Results-driven instructor with a versatile background in military operations and air traffic control. Skilled in team training and development, effectively enhancing unit readiness and operational capability through comprehensive educational programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Air Traffic Control Crew Chief
United States Marine Corps
Yuma, Arizona
12.2023 - Current
Directly responsible for the military occupational specialty growth, as well as the physical, mental, and tactical development of thirty-three commissioned and enlisted active-duty Marines.
Supervised daily operations and ensured team adherence to safety protocols.
Coordinated workflow and assigned tasks to crew members efficiently.
Trained new staff on equipment usage and operational procedures.
Facilitated communication between team members to enhance collaboration.
Managed daily operations of team members to ensure efficient and successful completion of tasks.
Maintained team flexibility by teaching members all key roles.
Enlisted Air Crew
United States Marine Corps
OCONUS
12.2020 - Current
Assisted in the planning of missions and operations. Transported over 10,000 COVID virus testing materials in support of humanitarian operations in the Pacific.
Transported high-level officers from places of duty while ensuring the safety and concealment of secret materials.
Supported the aircraft and systems before and after flight.
Performed tasks such as taxiing, refueling, towing, and securing aircraft for flight.
Identified and diagnosed malfunctions for aircraft in charge of, and executing emergency procedures, ensuring safety of passengers, crew, and cargo.
Utilized crew concepts and communication skills to work effectively as a team.
These duties required a high level of expertise and were performed in various environments, including hot and cold climates, and in all types of weather.
Marine Martial Arts Instructor
United States Marine Corps
OCONUS, CONUS
10.2020 - Current
Trained, educated, and developed Marines of all ranks and grades on the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, focusing on optimizing physical performance and increasing durability through a holistic methodology and multiple martial arts techniques to increase unit readiness in order to create a more lethal warfighter.
Directly trained over 170 Marines who successfully achieved belt advancements in all belt categories.
Marine Air Traffic Control Mobile Team Instructor
United States Marine Corps
OCONUS, CONUS
12.2019 - Current
Delivered command, control, and communication on battlespace awareness to the Aviation Combat Element Commander, ensuring safe and efficient air traffic flow for close air support assets and electronic warfare aircraft on assault landing zones, and forward arming and refueling points during the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit deployment.
Liaised with multiple Indo-Pacific military agencies, enhancing the combat readiness of coalition forces by conducting cross-training on aviation combat readiness, airspace deconfliction, high-frequency theory and communication, and jungle survival.
Conducted multiple training evolutions on multiple operations with joint U.S. forces. Enhanced Army Combat Control Agencies' capabilities by providing training and utilization of high-frequency theory and antenna construction for their combat control tactical vehicles.
Responsible for Fleet Marine Force training and qualification of Marine Air Traffic Mobile Control Team members and leaders. Ensuring that adequate training and proficiency standards are being met.
Enlisted Marine
United States Marine Corps
OCONUS, CONUS
09.2017 - Current
Conducted tactical operations in various environments under pressure.
Collaborated with team members to complete mission objectives efficiently.
Managed equipment and resources during training and deployment exercises.
Implemented safety measures to ensure team readiness and compliance.
Communicated effectively with leadership to relay mission updates and challenges.
Instructed junior Marines on proper use of weapons and combat tactics.
Developed innovative methods for improving efficiency within assigned unit.
Performed maintenance on vehicles, weapons, and other military equipment.
Operated radio communication systems to transmit messages between units.
Ensured that all personnel adhered to established policies and procedures.
Air Traffic Controller
United States Marine Corps
MCAS Futenma , Okinawa, JP
02.2018 - 06.2021
Directly issued pilot instructions, monitoring aircraft movements, controlling ground traffic, and managing communications provided the safe and expeditious management of military and civilian air traffic through airspace.
Achieved every tower and radar qualification aboard Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.
Designated as a Radar Supervisor, ensuring all qualified radar Marines are adhering to Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
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