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DAITIN STARK

DAITIN STARK

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Mission-driven aviation professional with 10 years of U.S. Air Force experience as an F-16 aircraft technician, commissioned officer, and current part-time guardsmen and rated pilot. Expert in aviation safety, flight operations, and aircraft maintenance, with extensive experience leading teams and driving mission success. Brings a dual-domain perspective, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, seeking to apply leadership and aviation knowledge in flight operations, maintenance management, or aviation safety roles

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

J-35 Staff Officer

Joint Force Headquarters DCNG
08.2023 - Current
  • Supported future operations planning and coordination for joint missions, ensuring synchronized efforts across multiple services and agencies.
  • Assisted in creating and refining Courses of Action (COAs), operational briefs, and planning products for senior leaders.
  • Coordinated with multi-state National Guard units and interagency partners to facilitate planning for large-scale events and contingencies.

Pilot

DC Air National Guard
10.2023 - 07.2025

• Graduate USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training program

• Completed over 100 flight hours and 1,000 hours of academic and simulator instruction covering aerodynamics, systems, airspace, and regulations.

• Earned private, instrument and commercial pilot ratings.

F-16 Aircraft Technician

USAF / ANG
07.2015 - 10.2023
  • Phase Inspection Team Member – Conducted in-depth aircraft inspections, structural checks, and fault analysis.
  • Alert Facility Team Leader – Supervised and coordinated maintenance operations for alert aircraft response, providing immediate combat readiness.
  • Maintenance Operations Controller – Monitored and directed flightline maintenance activities, tracked aircraft status, and prioritized resources to support flying operations.

Education

Master of Science - Aviation Safety

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2020

Skills

  • Team leadership and Mentorship
  • Training and Development
  • Strategic and Operational Planning

Timeline

Pilot

DC Air National Guard
10.2023 - 07.2025

J-35 Staff Officer

Joint Force Headquarters DCNG
08.2023 - Current

F-16 Aircraft Technician

USAF / ANG
07.2015 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Master of Science - Aviation Safety

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University