DANIEL DRISKELL
Orlando
Summary
Senior aerospace operations executive with over 25 years leading complex aviation sustainment and engineering programs. Skilled in integrating cross-functional teams to enhance operational readiness and safety while managing substantial budgets and stakeholder engagements across military and commercial sectors.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Business Strategy & Program Management Executive
Real Broker, LLC
11.2021 - Current
- Led strategic business initiatives, contract negotiations, portfolio planning, project execution, and executive stakeholder engagement for residential, commercial, and investment real estate across Florida, enhancing overall business growth.
- Managed more than $48 million in transactions across complex stakeholder groups.
- Directed project planning, milestone execution, risk mitigation, financial negotiations, and executive communications.
- Advise investors, military families, and business owners on acquisition strategy and long-term portfolio development.
- Acted as Board Member for Central Florida Marine Corps Foundation, fostering strategic partnerships and driving fundraising efforts to support community initiatives.
Director of Recruit Rehabilitation | Executive Officer | Series Commander
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Directed enterprise leadership, workforce development, and operational planning supporting more than 2,500 Marines.
- Oversaw operations, manpower, logistics, medical coordination, and risk management to ensure mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Led multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex personnel and operational challenges.
- Delivered executive briefings to senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making and driving continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Developed community outreach and transition programs to support personnel reintegration and enhance community partnerships.
Executive Officer, Aviation Maintenance Squadron / Officer in Charge, Air Traffic Control School
United States Marine Corps
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Led aviation maintenance support and air traffic control training operations, ensuring readiness and compliance with regulations.
- Directed strategic planning, manpower management, and executive reporting to align resources with mission objectives.
- Led training programs supporting more than 2,500 graduates with a 96% graduation rate.
- Integrated engineering, logistics, and governance to enhance organizational performance and operational effectiveness.
Aircraft Maintenance Officer / Maintenance Material Control Officer
United States Marine Corps
04.2013 - 07.2016
- Implemented comprehensive maintenance control processes for aviation programs., supply, engineering, and QA using EVMS, achieving $1.5M in cost avoidance.
- Managed 18 aviation maintenance programs and passed major inspections.
- Directed aviation sustainment for MV-22 flight operations, enhancing operational readiness.
- Managed aircraft transition to ensure integration between CH-46 and MV-22. from CH-46 to MV-22, ensuring seamless aircraft integration.
Student
United States Marine Corps
02.2011 - 02.2013
- Marine Corps Officer Candidate School | The Basic School | Direct Air Support and Control School | Aircraft Maintenance Officer School
- Participated in military training exercises to develop teamwork and leadership skills.
- Clarified roles and responsibilities of Marine Officers during training sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining equipment and ensuring operational readiness for missions.
- Engaged in physical fitness training to uphold high standards of health and endurance.
Quality Assurance Chief
United States Marine Corps
02.2010 - 06.2011
- Led aviation quality, inspections, and Safe-for-Flight certification initiatives to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Directed governance and inspections to uphold technical compliance and enhance aviation safety protocols.
- Mentored over 100 Marines in corrective action initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability and safety.
- Completed Officer Candidates School selection process, Attended The Basic School for military training, and Completed Aircraft Maintenance Officer training program.
Headquarters Marine Corps Aviation Monitor/ Job placement for Aviation Mechanics
United States Marine Corps
11.2006 - 05.2010
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- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring operational activities.
- Facilitated communication between teams during training exercises and missions.
- Performed regular equipment inspections to uphold readiness and functionality.
Production Control Supervisor | F/A-18 F404 Engines
United States Marine Corps
04.2000 - 11.2006
- Managed readiness forecasting and prioritized production while coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet deadlines.
- Directed production control and integrated maintenance scheduling to optimize F/A-18 operational readiness.
- Briefed senior leaders on schedules and risks, providing recovery plans to ensure mission success.
- Directed configuration status accounting and technical directive compliance.
F/A-18 Powerplants Supervisor / CDI
United States Marine Corps
06.1997 - 04.2000
- Conducted maintenance, inspection, repair, and certification of General Electric F404 engines, ensuring operational readiness.
- Performed inspections as qualified Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) to uphold stringent safety standards.
- Oversaw technical maintenance operations and provided mentorship to Marines, enhancing their technical skills.
- Instructed as one of the Marine Corps' earliest Black Belt MCMAP instructors.
Schooling for an MV-22 Flightline Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
05.2010 - 07.2010
- Earned highest academic standing in class, demonstrating commitment to excellence and mastery of technical knowledge
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in military vehicles and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on various military machinery to ensure operational readiness.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts using hand and power tools.
Education
M.S. - Unmanned Systems
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FLB.S. - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL05.2010
Skills
- Technical Program Management
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Risk Management
- Financial analysis
- Contract negotiation
- Project planning
- Program Execution
- Operational Excellence
- Operational efficiency
- Lean Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Risk Management
- Collaboration skills
- Engineering Integration
- Workforce planning
- Implementation skills
- Supply chain
- Risk mitigation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Team leadership
- Executive Leadership
- Project resource management
- Operations oversight
- Change Management
- Research and analysis
- Problem solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Strategic aviation management
- Staff motivation
- Change Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Executive Communications
- Leadership skills
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Professional
- Harvard Crisis Management Certificate
- Defense Acquisition University Program Management Coursework
EDUCATION | CERTIFICATIONS | AWARDS
Awards: Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal; Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2); Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Custom
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Timeline
Business Strategy & Program Management Executive
Real Broker, LLC
11.2021 - Current
Director of Recruit Rehabilitation | Executive Officer | Series Commander
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 09.2021
Executive Officer, Aviation Maintenance Squadron / Officer in Charge, Air Traffic Control School
United States Marine Corps
07.2016 - 07.2019
Aircraft Maintenance Officer / Maintenance Material Control Officer
United States Marine Corps
04.2013 - 07.2016
Student
United States Marine Corps
02.2011 - 02.2013
Schooling for an MV-22 Flightline Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
05.2010 - 07.2010
Quality Assurance Chief
United States Marine Corps
02.2010 - 06.2011
Headquarters Marine Corps Aviation Monitor/ Job placement for Aviation Mechanics
United States Marine Corps
11.2006 - 05.2010
Production Control Supervisor | F/A-18 F404 Engines
United States Marine Corps
04.2000 - 11.2006
F/A-18 Powerplants Supervisor / CDI
United States Marine Corps
06.1997 - 04.2000
M.S. - Unmanned Systems
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
B.S. - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University