Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Flight Test Loadmaster
United States Air Force
Hill AFB, UT
07.2021 - Current
Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
Served as a liaison between pilots, aircrew members, ground staff, airlines personnel, and other stakeholders involved in the operation of an airplane.
Trained new team members to apply industry best practices and airfield safety protocols.
Leveraged Software skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
C-130 Flight Test and Acquisitions
United States Air Force
Marietta, GA
10.2016 - 07.2021
Analyzed system malfunctions during flight operations taking appropriate actions when necessary; reporting any discrepancies upon return from mission.
Evaluated new equipment prior to operational use and ensured proper installation onboard aircraft.
Identified potential hazards associated with flight operations in order to minimize risk exposure for personnel, passengers and assets onboard the aircraft.
Developed standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company policies.
Inspected aircraft systems prior to departure ensuring all components were functioning properly according to manufacturer specifications.
Assessed aircraft performance characteristics during various stages of flight operations such as takeoff, landing and enroute cruise conditions.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Chief Loadmaster Standardization and Evaluations
United States Air Force
Littlerock AFB, AR
01.2011 - 10.2016
Oversaw Qualifications of over 200 crew members
Documented evaluation processes, methods used, results obtained and conclusions drawn.
Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
Presented evaluation results in meetings with stakeholders to inform decision-making processes.
Collaborated with stakeholders to develop appropriate strategies for implementing improvements.
Advised senior management on best practices in evaluating programs or services.
Administered competency tests to determine engineers or operators are qualified to use equipment.
Prepared reports summarizing evaluation results and findings.
Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
Instructor Loadmaster
United States Air Force Reserve
Ramstein AB, Germany
07.2008 - 01.2011
Instructed Students during high stress, high risk situation's.
Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
Scheduler
United States Air Force
Ramstein AB, Germany
12.2005 - 07.2008
Tracked currencies for over 150 crew members
Scheduled 10 plus high risk missions a week
Updated reports and daily logs for management use and permanent files.
Prepared presentations outlining upcoming assignments and their associated deadlines.
Analyzed resource requirements for each project and identified potential conflicts or delays.
Developed and maintained scheduling procedures to ensure timely completion of projects.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
Skills
Technical Report Writing
Quality Assurance Standards
Math Skills
Written and Verbal Communication
Supervision and Mentoring
Quality Control Analysis
Stress Tolerance
Documentation Management
Schedule Management
Crew Management
Safety Management
Accomplishments
Air Mobility Command Instructor Loadmaster of the Year
Timeline
Lead Flight Test Loadmaster
United States Air Force
07.2021 - Current
C-130 Flight Test and Acquisitions
United States Air Force
10.2016 - 07.2021
Chief Loadmaster Standardization and Evaluations
United States Air Force
01.2011 - 10.2016
Instructor Loadmaster
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2008 - 01.2011
Scheduler
United States Air Force
12.2005 - 07.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations
Non-Commissioned Officer at Health Service Management/United States Air Force, United States Air Force ReserveNon-Commissioned Officer at Health Service Management/United States Air Force, United States Air Force Reserve
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