Colton Ryan Cicutto
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Experienced Army Aviation Officer with 10 years of military service. Possesses specialized skills in operating and piloting U.S. Army helicopters, managing teams of mechanics, pilots, crew members, and logisticians. Excels at communication, problem-solving, adaptability, planning, and developing highly productive teams. Provides a diverse background in leadership across multiple functions, including operations, sexual assault prevention, maintenance management, logistics, and aviation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Platoon Leader
US Army
Fort Riley, KS
10.2024 - Current
- Provides leadership and direction to Army aircraft maintainers totaling 85 personnel, who perform scheduled, unscheduled, and phased maintenance for over 75 aircraft, including the CH-47F, UH-60M, and AH-64E.
- Responsible for 85 soldiers; platoon maintenance equipment, 12 vehicles, administrative data, and training to support the Brigade's mission.
- Serves as the Brigade's Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) Officer in Charge, responsible for the safe recovery of Army aircraft.
Battalion Logistics Officer
US Army
Fort Cavazos, TX
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Develop and execute logistics plans to ensure that the battalion has the necessary resources and supplies to support its operations. This involves working closely with higher headquarters and subordinate units to anticipate needs, and adjust plans as the situation evolves.
- Manages daily operations and administration of unit readiness; advises the Commander on training, logistics, personnel, and unit mobilization readiness requirements.
- Oversee the acquisition, distribution, and accountability of all supplies and equipment, including food, water, fuel, ammunition, and maintenance parts. Ensure that the battalion receives what it needs in a timely and efficient manner.
Flight Platoon Leader
US Army
Fort Cavazos, TX
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for managing the accountability, welfare, physical fitness, and administrative actions for 12 NCOs and 8 Warrant Officers; provided leadership, mentorship, and training to all Soldiers in the platoon.
- Responsible for the maintenance and serviceability of four UH-60 helicopters.
- Develops training plans, teaches, and instills crew resource management procedures, and the platoon's personal readiness.
- Served as a Pilot-in-Command of a UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter, providing aerial movement (VIP) of flag officers, NATO allies, local agencies, and other requested units.
Aviation Maintenance Platoon Leader
US Army
Fort Cavazos, TX
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Provides leadership and direction to Army aircraft maintainers totaling 105 personnel, who perform scheduled, unscheduled, and phased maintenance on 45 Army aircraft in a General Support Aviation Battalion.
- Responsible for managing the accountability, welfare, physical fitness, and administrative actions for 25 NCOs and 80 soldiers; provides leadership, mentorship, and training to all soldiers in the platoon.
Assistant Operations Officer
US Army
Fort Cavazos, TX
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted the Battalion Operations Officer in planning and coordinating all Aviation Battalion-level training and operations; coordinates, monitors, evaluates, and recommends changes concerning unit training; supervises the preparation and execution of OPLANS, OPORDS, policies, and directives; and coordinates mission resources.
- Prepared and submitted routine training and operations reports to higher headquarters; assisted subordinate units in developing training plans IAW doctrine, regulation, and policy.
Education
Educational Leadership And Management
Army Aviation Captains Career Course
Fort Novosel09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2019
Skills
- Operational planning
- Personnel management
- Cross-functional coordination
- Mission planning and execution
- Logistics management
- Cross-cultural communication
Accomplishments
- Distinguished Military Graduate Award
- Army Accommodation Award
Certification
- NOVA Certified Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate
- Instrument and Commercial Rated Pilot's License
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Graduate
- Unit Movement Officers Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Platoon Leader
US Army
10.2024 - Current
Battalion Logistics Officer
US Army
07.2023 - 02.2024
Flight Platoon Leader
US Army
04.2022 - 06.2023
Aviation Maintenance Platoon Leader
US Army
01.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Operations Officer
US Army
09.2020 - 12.2020
Educational Leadership And Management
Army Aviation Captains Career Course
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
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