David Skapyak
El Paso
Summary
Dynamic Air Traffic Controller with proven leadership at the United States Army, achieving a perfect score during ATSCOM inspections. Demonstrated exceptional situational awareness and composure under pressure while managing complex airspace operations. Skilled in problem-solving and training new controllers, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-stakes environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ATNAVICS Air Traffic Controller
United States Army
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Controlled hundreds of radar approaches into Biggs Army Airfield utilizing PAR approaches.
- Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe control of aircraft.
- Assisted the facility in passing the ATSCOM inspection, where I learned the management and upkeep of Training and Proficiency records.
ATNAVICS Facility Chief
United States Army
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Lead my facility on a EUCOM deployment for 9 months in Ansbach, Germany.
- Became the first ATNAVICS facility to successful pass a flight inspection during the EUCOM rotations.
- Completed my first ATSCOM inspection as a Facility Chief, leading to my Facility achieving a perfect score.
- Provided training and guidance for two new controllers, helping them earn their facility ratings.
Air Traffic Control Trainee
United States Army
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Enhanced problem-solving abilities through regular exposure to real-world challenges faced by air traffic controllers.
- Controlled various types of airframes from fighter jets, rotary wing, to heavy class aircraft.
- Managed mixture of IFR and VFR aircraft while coordinating airspace with El Paso Tower for the safe control of air traffic.
- Achieved my first Tower rating after successfully being proficient in all categories of my training.
AIC Air Traffic Controller
United States Army
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Coordinated airspace for small UAS operating in the fort Bliss Training Reservation.
- Provided flight following services to UAS, rotary, and small fixed wing aircraft.
- Achieved my first AIC rating after becoming proficient in all categories of my training
Education
High School Diploma -
Durant Highschool
Plant City, FL05-2017
Skills
- Situational awareness
- Composure under high pressure
- Memory retention
- Natural leader
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
AIC Air Traffic Controller
United States Army
01.2025 - 03.2025
Air Traffic Control Trainee
United States Army
05.2024 - 12.2024
ATNAVICS Facility Chief
United States Army
05.2022 - 05.2024
ATNAVICS Air Traffic Controller
United States Army
04.2019 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Durant Highschool
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