Brandon Huffman
Taylor,MI
Summary
Dedicated aviation professional with a strong foundation in cargo operations and documentation management. Expertise in coordinating efficient loading procedures and conducting pre-flight inspections to optimize aircraft performance and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Loadmaster
Kalitta Air
Ypsilanti, MI
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated cargo loading and unloading operations through 20-day rotations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in weight and balance calculations for aircraft to optimize performance and safety.
- Monitored loading procedures, ensuring adherence to operational standards and protocols.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to verify cargo securing methods and equipment functionality.
Ground Power Associate
Kalitta Air
Ypsilanti, MI
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Performing maintenance and minor repairs on company buildings
- Assisting other Departments in work area needs
- Routine inspections of facilities
- Occasional automotive repair
Airport Maintenance Worker
WCAA
Detroit, MI
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintaining the 4,850 Acre Airfield
- Making sure airport property is repaired when needed and fixed if need be. Such as fence, runway, road, and vehicle repair.
- Removing snow from runways and operating areas and mowing airport property.
Yard Specialist
Amazon
Brownstown, MI
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing workflow to improve efficiency.
- Operating Hostler Trucks used to maneuver trailers to and from dock doors and parking slips. 20-25 Trailers moved personally each shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12-2023
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Taylor, Michigan07-2017
Skills
- Loading Cargo Aircraft
- Weight & Balance Management
- Cargo Load Briefings
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Written and verbal communication
- Forklift operation
- Stress tolerance
- Documentation management
- Automotive/Building Maintenance
- Hostler Driver
Accomplishments
- Achieved Rank of Eagle Scout - Allen Park Troop 1061
- Industrial Truck Operator
- Previous Hostler Truck Certified
Timeline
Aircraft Loadmaster
Kalitta Air
05.2024 - Current
Ground Power Associate
Kalitta Air
08.2020 - 05.2024
Airport Maintenance Worker
WCAA
11.2019 - 08.2020
Yard Specialist
Amazon
03.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Eastern Michigan University
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School