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GERALD S. GEIER

Murrieta,CA

Summary

Aviation Operations Program Manager and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 29 years of combined experience in the United States Navy, OMNI Air International, and Erickson Incorporated. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 30 and effectively managed all aspects of flight operations, maintenance programs, and operations department for 5 various aircrafts. Possess a comprehensive background in aircraft loadmaster processes with 2,000 hours of aircrew experience, including instructor qualifications in Aircrew Standardization and Crew Resource Management derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Afghanistan, Africa and Philippines. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, equipment, and aircrafts valued over $850M while exceeding the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance, aircraft safety procedures, site management, and personnel training.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Division Manager/Surface Rescue Swimmer Instructor

  • Supervised 15 military instructors and 4 civilian instructors for Surface Rescue Swimmer School; oversaw training schedules, course development, standard operating procedures, instructions, and curriculum of 4 high risk courses
  • Maintained open flow of communication between all instructors and supervisors, resulting in team environment; Managed training and mentoring to all new instructors as well as experienced instructors
  • Counseled students and staff on academic strengths, weaknesses, improvements, personnel problems, and processional development as Subject Matter Expert and Team Builder
  • Oversaw curriculum development, testing, changes, implementations, and instructor evaluations in continuance mishap free training as commands Primary Training Safety Officer

Operations Manager/NATOPS Program Manager

  • Managed Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization Program and oversaw development of training schedule, standard operating procedures, flight instruction, and flight safety procedures as Program Manager
  • Planned, organized, and trained 6 Naval Air Crewman for Night Vision devices, Aircraft Aerial Gunnery, and Search/Rescue Operations
  • Supervised flying duties and trained junior personnel in all flight functions having successful passing classes with 97% qualification rate, increasing previous rate by 4

Flight Line Manager/Aircrew Manager

NWS Crewman H60S
  • Led 33 technicians with daily and turnaround inspections, servicing, launch, and recovery operations of 10 rotary wing aircrafts valued over $430M
  • Managed flight line operations and maintenance through utilization of trend analysis, aircraft maintenance inspections, and internal quality audits, improving aviation operations by 20%
  • Trained and mentored 33 junior technicians providing timely feedback to improve performance on performance evaluations and reports
  • Led 80 Naval Air Crewman and Pilots and coordinated flight scheduling, program training, crew resource management, and safety procedures familiarization training
  • Supervised and coordinated normal maintenance, loading, rigging, weight/balance, and inflight functions on 10 aircrafts; maintained 98% inspection grade on all maintenance and aircraft inspections

Airborne Sensor Operator

Leidos
07.2023 - Current
  • Assembled target information and hostile defense locations to plan for missions.
  • Identified issues with sensor equipment and conducted troubleshooting methods for resolution.
  • Maintained detailed notes to complete mission flight logs and progress reports.
  • Performed preflight and post flight aircraft and sensor inspections.
  • Photographed specific areas of interest for intelligence purposes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team building environment.
  • Met with other crew members to plan missions prior to flight and review results following completion.

Aviation Mission Planner / Liaison Officer

ERICKSON INCORPORATED
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Planned and supervised over 1500 sorties, movement of 1135 passengers, 14 CASEVAC’s, and over 5500 mishap free flight hours
  • Maintained and tracked all historical data on all flights conducted in theater which included passenger movements, cargo transported, and CASEVAC’s conducted
  • Planned with assigned pilots and crew all initial flight routing, obtaining all prior permission requests for destinations, and coordinated airspace usage and pre-mission details of conduct of the flight.

Operations Representative

OMNI AIR INTERNATIONAL
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Insured the safety and security of all passengers and cargo while assigned at work locations
  • Coordinated and supervised all airside operational activities at work locations and ensuring adherence to company policies and FAA guidelines
  • Process all requests and requirements needed to include the following: Passenger Service, Ramp Handling, Cargo Handling, Load Planning/Weight and Balance, Aircraft Cleaning and Provisioning.

PSE Mail Processing Clerk

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Processed all incoming and outgoing mail for Post Office facility using both automated and manual methods sortation and distribution
  • Collated, bundled and transferred mail from one facility to another if needed
  • Provided retail service for customers
  • Supervised 16 rural postal carriers on their daily tasks, maintained timecards, leave requests, and personal matters

Floor Worker

NATIONAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES, INC
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Applied solid dry film lubricant to various aviation, aerospace, and medical hardware
  • Prepared all machined parts to include sandblasting, masking, and pre-lubrication

Site Manager/Loadmaster

ERICKSON INCORPORATED
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Managed contracts for a FAA Part 135 valued over $150M; coordinated aviation support of US Military and Ugandan Police Forces in Afghanistan and Africa with a DoD CARB Certification (Commercial Airlift Review Board)
  • Supervised 30 personnel and managed aspects of flight operations, directing maintenance and operations department for 5 various style aircrafts in austere environments
  • Conducted annual and bi-annual audits and evaluations for FAA and DoD CARB Inspection Teams, resulting in zero discrepancies of aviation operations overseas
  • Scheduled and monitored employee performance evaluations, rotation schedules, travel, and payroll for 30 Aviation Maintenance Technicians, resulting in 100% completion of administrative tasks
  • Inspected flight operations on pre-flight and post-flight reviews; completed and submitted all monthly safety minutes and conducted annual/bi-annual company safety audits to the Safety Director as the Site Safety Manager

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator

UNITED STATES NAVY
01.1990 - 01.2010
  • Completed 3,000 hours in 3 types, model, and series aircrafts as crew chief, loadmaster, hoist operator, inland rappel crewman in multiple rotatory wing aircrafts over the span of 20 years of military service
  • Conducted combat, reconnaissance, transport, and search/rescue operations; operated aircraft communications and detection equipment, onboard equipment inspections, and maintenance of aircraft weapons systems/defense systems
  • Administered aircraft safety and emergency procedures; computed and verified passenger, cargo, fuel, and emergency/special equipment during 120 cargo and personnel drops missions
  • Completed Crew Chief qualifications on H-1N, H46D, MH-60S military aircrafts on various air operations with zero discrepancies during operations

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix
Murrieta, CA
10.2018

Skills

  • Microsoft Office/Sharepoint/Mac
  • Verbal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organization
  • Active Security Clearance
  • Airline Regulations
  • Crew Resource Management
  • Casa 212 Loadmaster/King-Air 300 Crewman

Timeline

Airborne Sensor Operator

Leidos
07.2023 - Current

Aviation Mission Planner / Liaison Officer

ERICKSON INCORPORATED
01.2019 - 06.2023

Operations Representative

OMNI AIR INTERNATIONAL
01.2018 - 01.2019

PSE Mail Processing Clerk

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
01.2017 - 01.2018

Floor Worker

NATIONAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES, INC
01.2016 - 01.2017

Site Manager/Loadmaster

ERICKSON INCORPORATED
01.2011 - 01.2016

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator

UNITED STATES NAVY
01.1990 - 01.2010

Division Manager/Surface Rescue Swimmer Instructor

Operations Manager/NATOPS Program Manager

Flight Line Manager/Aircrew Manager

NWS Crewman H60S

Bachelor of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix

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