Dexter BELL
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Dedicated Naval Flight Officer with career history of excellent flight performance under extreme pressure. Works well within multinational operations where clear communication and outstanding performance are part of greater mission. Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Naval Flight Officer
Navy
10.2019 - Current
- Met with other crew members to plan missions prior to flight and review results following completion.
- Practiced and drilled for numerous wartime and peacetime emergency situations requiring rapid response.
- Quickly qualified as the Task Group Duty Officer where he expertly led Scheduled 21 Sailors and 6 officers in the Task Group 114.2 Operational Command Center. and managed execution of deployed operations for multiple months during a highly stressed geo-political environment.
- Provided critical operational support for six deployed crews during major CJCS theater exercise
- Shuttled aircraft to and from depots for routine and urgent maintenance requirements.
- Planned and filed daily flight plans for training missions, sorties and patrol flights.
- Identified targets of opportunity during flight operations.
- As the Airborne Communications Division Officer, expertly led 11 sailors and 5 chiefs in providing technical support to TG-114.2 operational aircrews supporting SCW-1 directives. Inspired troubleshooting mission essential services to support aircrews.
- Hand-selected by STRATCOMMWING-1 as the CNAP Integrated Risk Management Coordinator. Assisted Commanders and Commanding Officers across four commands assess the implementation of a series of internal controls (IC) of 77 different programs to provide reliable and timely information and reasonable assurance that COMNAVAIRPAC programs achieve intended results, resources are used consistent with applicable laws, and regulations and assets are protected from fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement.
- As Safety Officer Assistant, provided insightful inputs for ASAP reports and made an immediate impact on the Managers' Internal Controls (MIC) program. Efforts ensured the compilation of MIC assessments across four commands.
- Drafted and oversaw the revision of the CSCW-1 Pre-Mishap Plan, creating a more effective and efficient product
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantitative Economics
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD05.2018
Naval Flight Officer Designation - Flight Training
Naval Aviation Schools Command (NASC)
Pensacola, FL10.2019
Skills
- FAA Understanding
- Flight Management
- Technical Guidance
- Operating Aircraft
- Flight Safety
- Flight Navigation
- Pre-Flight Check
- Cost Savings
- Pre- and Post-Flight Inspections
- Navigation Planning
- Operational Systems
- Prioritization Skills
- Departmental Operations
- Mission Planning
- Administrative Support
- Leadership Communications
- Air Defense Command Systems
- Crew Command
- Takeoff Instructions
- Regulatory Compliance
- Map and Chart Interpretation
Timeline
Naval Flight Officer
Navy
10.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Quantitative Economics
United States Naval Academy
Naval Flight Officer Designation - Flight Training
Naval Aviation Schools Command (NASC)