Jacob Elston
Adams,NY
Summary
Results-driven operations manager with over 11 years of military service specializing in aviation maintenance and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational readiness through strategic planning and execution, with a strong commitment to mentoring personnel to achieve exceptional performance standards. Expertise in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, ensuring mission success in high-pressure environments. Recognized for the ability to streamline processes and optimize resources, driving efficiency and effectiveness across diverse teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Amentum
Fort Drum, NY
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on U.S. Army aircraft.
- Completed required paperwork related to maintenance activities accurately and timely.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
Instructor/Operations Manager
US Army
Fort Novosel, AL
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Managed company operations involving 54 personnel within the company.
- Supervised 8 monitoring systems to oversee company operations, boosting efficiency by 60%
- Helped create an effective training schedule and assisted in mentoring over 100 new personnel on operations and capabilities.
Instructor/Section Leader
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
05.2019 - 06.2022
- Helped manage day-to-day activities, raising company's operation readiness to 85%, 10% higher than management's standard.
- Maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of equipment totaling $144,000,000.
- Facilitated operational training sessions for over 60 customers from various countries.
Flight Engineer/Team Leader
US Army
Fort Cavasos, TX
02.2016 - 05.2019
- Maintained total accountability of all sensitive items throughout a 10-month Germany rotation.
- Dedicated significant time to fostering international client relationships.
- Committed extensive time to advance team members' careers
Crew Chief/Team Member
US Army
Katterbach Kaserne (Germany), DE
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Achieved training milestones for the position within 70 days, normally completed in 180 days.
- Oversaw operational activities from day one
- Achieved completion of objectives swiftly under limited guidance in Slovenia
Education
High School Diploma -
North Kingstown Senior High School
North Kingstown, RI06-2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Instructing
- Operational Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Aviation Maintenance
- Strong communication skills
Military Schools
Basic Leaders Course
Advanced Leaders Course
Air Crewmember Standardization Instructor Course
Timeline
Mechanic
Amentum
06.2025 - 12.2025
Instructor/Operations Manager
US Army
06.2022 - 11.2024
Instructor/Section Leader
US Army
05.2019 - 06.2022
Flight Engineer/Team Leader
US Army
02.2016 - 05.2019
Crew Chief/Team Member
US Army
02.2014 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
North Kingstown Senior High School