Dwayne Smith
Perrysburg,OH
Summary
Highly accomplished aviation professional and U.S. Navy veteran with extensive experience in aircraft operations, aviation security, and workforce development. Demonstrated expertise in leading high-performing teams, ensuring TSA, FAA, and ICAO regulatory compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency in both high-pressure military and civilian environments. Proven track record in aircraft handling, flight deck and ground operations, risk assessment, emergency response, and incident management, with a commitment to safety, precision, and continuous improvement. Skilled in developing and delivering training programs, driving measurable improvements in team performance, operational readiness, and compliance. Recognized for exceptional leadership, crisis management, and data-driven decision-making, combining military discipline with civilian aviation experience to consistently exceed organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Security Specialist
Amazon Air
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Achieved 100% TSA and FAA compliance by leading audits, inspections, and access control programs with zero violations during regulatory reviews.
- Strengthened cargo and facility security by performing risk assessments, surveillance monitoring, and cargo screening, reducing vulnerabilities and potential threats.
- Elevated team performance by training and mentoring security staff in credentialing, emergency response, and regulatory requirements, driving measurable safety improvements.
- Led incident response investigations, collaborating with TSA, DHS, and local authorities to resolve security events and implement long-term corrective actions.
- Enhanced operational readiness by maintaining detailed security documentation and SMS reporting, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
Learning and Development Trainer
Amazon
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered high-impact training programs for hundreds of associates, ensuring 100% compliance with Amazon SOPs, OSHA standards, and safety protocols.
- Redesigned onboarding and cross-training processes, cutting ramp-up time while boosting employee retention and accuracy across fulfillment operations.
- Elevated workforce performance by coaching and mentoring associates, closing skill gaps, and improving productivity and safety metrics.
- Recognized subject matter expert in robotics, process flow, and operational excellence, supporting leadership in achieving aggressive performance goals.
- Streamlined training documentation and reporting systems, enabling data-driven insights that improved program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handler
United States Navy, USN
10.2014 - 10.2019
- Directed the safe launch, recovery, and movement of aircraft on one of the world’s busiest flight decks, ensuring 100% compliance with Navy and FAA-equivalent aviation safety standards.
- Supervised and trained flight deck crews in aircraft handling, firefighting, and emergency response, improving operational readiness and reducing safety incidents under high-pressure conditions.
- Coordinated aircraft spotting and hangar bay operations for a fleet of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, maintaining precise control in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.
- Conducted daily safety inspections and risk assessments, identifying and correcting hazards that safeguarded personnel, multimillion-dollar aircraft, and mission-critical assets.
- Led crisis response operations including fire suppression, fuel spill containment, and crash drills, strengthening emergency preparedness across the command.
- Earned multiple commendations for professionalism, teamwork, and dedication to mission success during global deployments aboard a forward-deployed nuclear-powered carrier.
- Maintained meticulous logs, checklists, and operational records, ensuring compliance with Navy standards and supporting post-operation audits and reviews.
Education
Master of Science - Airline Management
Embry Ridle
Florida City, FL12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2026
Skills
- Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance (TSA, FAA, ICAO, AVSEC)
- Aircraft Handling & Flight Deck Operations
- Training Development & Employee Performance Management
- Risk Assessment, Safety Audits & Incident Response
- Leadership, Team Supervision & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement
- Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management
- Data-Driven Reporting & Security Documentation
Certification
- Wicklander AVSEC Certification
- Aviation Management & Operations (AMO) Program, BGSU
- Incident Command System (ICS) Certification
- Crew Resource Management (CRM) Training
- Emergency Medical Response (EMR) Certification
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training
- Aircraft Handling & Flight Deck Operations Training
- Navy Fire and Rescue Certification
- Red Cross First aid Certification
- USMAPS
- NFPA Certification
- Reliable maintenance and Engineering Tech (RME)
Timeline
Aviation Security Specialist
Amazon Air
01.2022 - 08.2024
Learning and Development Trainer
Amazon
02.2021 - 01.2022
Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handler
United States Navy, USN
10.2014 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Airline Management
Embry Ridle
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Bowling Green State University