Jake Mischke
Ellensburg,WA
Summary
Aviation Management graduate (B.S., CWU, 2026) and U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Air Delivery Specialist with six years of hands-on experience in air delivery operations, load inspection, and safety-critical documentation. Team leader in high-pressure environments, bringing operational planning, logistics coordination, and compliance discipline to aviation operations and management.
Overview
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Delivery Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Tacoma, Washington
10.2020 - Current
- Serve as a qualified air load inspector, verifying loads, rigging, documentation, and safety requirements.
- Inspect, pack, maintain, and document personnel parachute systems and air-delivery equipment in accordance with strict technical and safety requirements.
- Led teams of 8 Marines in high-pressure environments, ensuring effective decision-making and collaboration under tight deadlines.
- Maintained accurate inspection and load records supporting compliance and mission readiness.
Veterans Affairs Work Study
U.S Department of Veteran Affairs
Ellensburg, Washington
03.2025 - 09.2026
- • Mentored 30 transitioning service members in civilian life, connecting each with relevant resources to enhance their transition experience. • Tracked training records and coordinated schedules to ensure documentation compliance for all training activities. • Planned and executed events for CWU Veterans Center to foster community engagement among veterans in Kittitas County.
- Tracked training records and coordinated schedules to ensure documentation compliance for all training activities.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA08-2026
Skills
- Aviation operations
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Operational planning
- Logistics Coordination
- Team leadership
Certification
- Security Clearance Secret (Active)
- Air Load Inspector
- Red Cross CPR/AED
Timeline
Veterans Affairs Work Study
U.S Department of Veteran Affairs
03.2025 - 09.2026
Air Delivery Specialist
United States Marine Corps
10.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Central Washington University