Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Cayden Present

Pendleton,OR

Summary

Passionate and knowledgeable Aviation enthusiast with a strong background in flight testing and familiarization of experimental aircraft certification. Proven experience in conducting thorough test operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and coordinating with air traffic control. Skilled at analyzing flight data, aircraft troubleshooting, aviation human factors analysis and providing exceptional customer data to partner teams. Seeking to leverage my expertise and enthusiasm for aviation to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team in the aviation industry.


Currently looking to expand my reach and knowledge within the aviation human factors field through studying UX/UI design tools and developing skills related to human factors analysis and design.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Work History

Senior Flight Test / Part 135 Drone Operator in Command

Amazon Prime Air
06.2021 - Current
  • Executes root cause analysis and safety studies related to human factors in manned and unmanned aviation. Utilizes learnings from studies to provide design and user feedback on UX/UI elements of avionics systems to mitigate future occurrences.
  • Participated in experimental aircraft certification and the development of aircraft and operator standards.
  • As the Operator in Command, completed 600 hours of flight testing in various weather conditions while complying with SAC-EC, 44807 exemption, and FAA regulations.
  • Executed test cards with minimal supervision, including operations near intruder aircraft, emergency situations, and lost communications scenarios.
  • Review the flight logs of the aircraft and the data obtained to troubleshoot the aircraft and ensure successful data collection.
  • Presented and demonstrated products at industry trade shows and conventions.
  • Performed operational vehicle fleet management and operational metrics collection resulting in a time savings of over 44% by improving the processes used to perform operations.
  • Performs test campaign planning, risk assessment, and risk mitigation in coordination with engineering and data customers.
  • Proficient in drafting technical documents and creating standard operating procedures.
  • Trains and evaluates operators on company drone systems, procedures, aviation standards, and general aviation operations.
  • Provided technical expertise and recommendations for improvements based on flight test results and observations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics -

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Prescott, AZ
05-2021

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Driven
  • Intellectually Curious
  • Naturally Curious
  • Detail Oriented

Certification

  • Private Pilot License, Instrument Airplane Rating Federal Aviation Administration June 2018. Certified to operate fixed-wing aircraft within the national airspace system in VFR and IFR conditions.
  • Part 107 Remote Pilot Federal Aviation Administration May 2021. Certified to operate small unmanned aircraft within the national airspace system.

Timeline

Senior Flight Test / Part 135 Drone Operator in Command

Amazon Prime Air
06.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics -

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Cayden Present