Eric Jensen
Summary
Air Force veteran with 20+ years of experience in aircraft systems and inspections as well as aviation operations. Skilled in operating and maintaining advanced communication, navigation, and mission systems on military aircraft. Proven critical thinking skills employed to diagnose and repair avionics and electronic systems, supervising maintenance activities and personnel, aviation operation management, and optimal operational efficiency. Experienced in aircraft inspections, load planning, and pre-flight checks, with a strong background in operating radio and weapons systems. Exemplifies excellent management and leadership qualities no matter the task at hand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Standardization/Evaluations Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of 5 personnel overseeing the largest Standards & Evaluation office, ensuring a 100% on-time completion rate of 348 evaluations.
- Directed a 4-person team in the execution of a $157K safety modernization project transitioning to a cloud-based publication network, allowing real-time access to publications crucial to flight safety for over 270 users.
- Instructed and evaluated tactical, low-level, night vision, aerial gunnery, hoist, and nuclear security missions securing the land-based leg of the nuclear enterprise.
Current Operations Flight Chief
United States Air Force
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised creation of numerous Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) scenarios totaling 1K hours of training; doubling the 2023 training courses allotted and increasing combat mission readiness by 71%.
- Hand-picked to fill the Senior Enlisted Leader position for 2 months, assisting Airman with personal and professional guidance as well as aiding in performance report writing for 15 personnel.
- Diligently managed temporary duty relocation costs and identified several savings opportunities by utilizing government assets, resulting in over $12K in governmental cost savings.
Student Manager
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed the training of 102 personnel accounting for 1,640 grade reviews; ensuring 100% graduation rate which increased the qualified manpower available to 4 major Commands.
- Rehabilitated 14 failing students by providing individual tutoring and counseling leading to successful completion of the training program.
- Balanced office duties while still flying 250 instructor/evaluator hours culminating in the execution of 75 sorties; earning the Master Instructor Certification through the Community College of the Air Force.
Program Manager
United States Air Force
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Program manager for 30 syllabi spanning over 4 major commands and 5 different airframes.
- Managed 33,468 academic and sim hours per year graduating over 1K students.
- Led UH-1N training device replacement by repurposing obsolete ground training device which reduced flightline aircraft requirements and saved $2.9M flight hours.
Air Advisor
United States Air Force
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Advised and developed Afghan Air Force policies/directives/syllabi for Mi-17/Mi-35 self-sustaining combat operations.
- Managed coalition and Afghan Squadron Commanders on training and oversaw daily operations for Afghanistan's rotary-wing airlift capability.
- Led development of Afghan landing zone program and coordinated the development of 72 landing sites.
Training Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Monitored 136 aircrew & tactical response force's proficiency and currency training to ensure personnel are qualified and mission ready.
- Led the development and implementation of electronic gradebooks and associated courseware, establishing the first Global Strike Command e-training standard.
- Developed night vision goggle (NVG) training, increasing the night security capability of the nuclear enterprise.
- Managed the squadron promotion testing program by scheduling tests and tracking testing materials ensuring enlisted career advancement fidelity.
Resource Advisor
United States Air Force
04.2013 - 08.2014
- Managed an IT/office equipment budget of $181K for the newly established 582nd Helicopter Group by procuring all IT/office equipment with zero discrepancies.
- Organized accurate resource management records that tracked the purchase & delivery of over 1,400 items earning an "Excellent" rating during an annual Wing inspection.
- Bought initial weapons program equipment and established robust cadre requirements, aggressively meeting the MAJCOM implementation timeline.
Communication/Navigation/Mission System Specialist
United States Air Force
12.2005 - 04.2013
- Performed organizational and intermediate level maintenance activities on applicable avionic components on both AC-130U and KC-135R/T weapon systems.
- Inspected, maintained, modified, and tested installed avionic communication, navigation, radar, and sensor systems.
- Utilized Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) to input and extract supply and maintenance data.
- Coordinated Test, Measurement, Diagnostic, Equipment (TMDE) deliveries between home station and calibration labs across the country.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Tech And Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL07.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Avionic Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL10.2011
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Brooksville, FL05.2004
Skills
Training and mentoring
Goal-Oriented
Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Microsoft Office Suite
Program Development/Management
Multi-Tasking
Leadership
Avionic Maintenance/Repair
Computer Based Tracking Systems
Decision Making
Instructional Ability
Additional Information
Airman Leadership Course (ALS)
Non-Commisioned Officer Academy (NCOA)
Enhanced Learning and Instructional Techniques Enrichment (ELITE)
Principles of Instruction (POI)
USAF SERE Training; Water, Arctic, Resistance, and Survival
Aircrew Fundamentals
Air Advisor Academics
Field Craft Hostile
Mi-17 Flight Training
UH-1N Flight Training
Flight Engineer Combat Mission Training
Basic Soldering
Electronic Principles
Self-Contained Navigation Systems (SCNS)
KC-135 R/T and AC-130U Communication/ Navigation System Craftsman
Timeline
Standardization/Evaluations Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2023 - Current
Current Operations Flight Chief
United States Air Force
08.2021 - 08.2023
Student Manager
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 08.2021
Program Manager
United States Air Force
06.2017 - 01.2020
Air Advisor
United States Air Force
06.2016 - 06.2017
Training Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2014 - 06.2016
Resource Advisor
United States Air Force
04.2013 - 08.2014
Communication/Navigation/Mission System Specialist
United States Air Force
12.2005 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Florida
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Tech And Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Avionic Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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