Christopher Cook
Newport News,VA
Summary
US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) Helicopter Avionics Mechanic with 19 years of experience diagnostic troubleshooting of communication, flight control, navigation, and weapon systems. With 5 years experience in RDT&E working as a subject matter expert (SME) leading small teams in system integration, procurement, developement, product manangement, and program management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RDT&E Avionics SME
US Army Special Operation Command (USASOC)
, North Carolina, Virginia, Middle East, Africa
01.2019 - Current
- Serves as and avionics/electrical expert on aircraft while leading small teams of specially selected individuals in product and program management
- Develops and oversee the execution of integration and testing efforts on a wide variety of systems ranging from communication equipment to structural items
- Ensuring safety standards are meet to obtain an Airworthiness Release (AWR) for six different type of aircraft
- Analyzes requirements for future growth of systems and implements process to integrate commercial of the shelf equipment to be used on aircraft
- Collaborates with several different companies developing processes and equipment for use by personnel and on aircraft
- Manages equipment and a budget in excess of 5 million dollars for use on system integration and testing events throughout the country.
Team Leader
US Army Special Operation Command (USASOC)
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Led and developed 6 individuals in aircraft maintenance support and quality assurance of maintenance performed
- Worked with small teams of 10 individuals as the sole avionics/electrical maintainer on multiple aircraft while supporting global missions required by the US Government.
Senior Instructor/Writer
1-210th Aviation Regiment
Ft. Eustis, Virginia
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Coached and mentored 300 new soldiers on avionics systems on aircraft while editing lesson plans to create the best instruction possible for soldiers
- Evaluated 30 fellow instructors on instruction techniques and formulated plans and set goals to elevate the skills of the instructors.
US Army
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Electronic Studies
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ06.2017
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Preston, ID05.2005
Skills
Technology: Operating Systems (MacOS, Windows, and Linux); Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel); Education Technology (Blackboard and SMART boards); Collaboration Software (SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, OneNote, and Google Docs); Solidworks; Data Transfer Protocols (ARINC 429, RS232, RS422, 1553 Data Bus)
Skills: Research and Development; Training and Mentoring; Strategic Thinking; Teamwork and Collaboration; Problem-Solving; Reliability; Experience in Leadership; Adaptability and Flexibility; Project Planning; Self Motivation; Conflict Resolution; Critical Thinking; Product Analysis; Diagnostic Troubleshooting; Schematic Analysis; Data Analysis
Certification
- TS-SCI Security Clearance, 2017-01-01, Current
- A&P Certification
- NCATT Aircraft Electronic Technician
- FFC General Radiotelephone Operator License
Accomplishments
- Awards Include: Meritorious Service Medal; 2 Joint Service Commendation Medal; 6 Army Commendation Medal; Joint Service Achievement Medal; 2 Army Achievement Medal; Iraqi Campaign Medal; Afghanistan Campaign Medal; Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; Global War on Terrorism Medal; Combat Action Badge; Army Senior Instructor Badge
Timeline
RDT&E Avionics SME
US Army Special Operation Command (USASOC)
01.2019 - Current
Team Leader
US Army Special Operation Command (USASOC)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Senior Instructor/Writer
1-210th Aviation Regiment
01.2013 - 01.2016
US Army
01.2006 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Thomas Edison State University
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Electronic Studies
Thomas Edison State University
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
- TS-SCI Security Clearance, 2017-01-01, Current
- A&P Certification
- NCATT Aircraft Electronic Technician
- FFC General Radiotelephone Operator License
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