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Jonathan Matula

Manhattan,KS

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in defense contracting, security management, and project oversight. Proven track record in leading high-stakes projects in biosafety and biocontainment environments, with a focus on national security and public health. Warrant Officer and AH-64E Apache Instructor Pilot recognized as a subject matter expert, serving at the tip of the spear with tactical and technical proficiency. Skilled in communication, team building, and strategic management, with a commitment to integrity and excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

<ul> <li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li> <li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li> <li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li> <li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li> <li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li> <li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li> <li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li> <li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li> <li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li> <li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li> <li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li> <li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li> <li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li> <li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li> <li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li> <li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li> <li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li> <li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
Manhattan, KS
04.2023 - Current
  • Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S
  • Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S
  • Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
  • Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security
  • Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments
  • Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF
  • Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility
  • Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines
  • Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)
  • Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply
  • Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.
  • Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.
  • Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.
  • Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.
  • Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.
  • Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
  • Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.

<ul> <li>Supervised daily security force operations at NBAF, ensuring the implementation of effective security measures across all facility areas</li> <li>Acted as the on-scene incident commander for emergencies, coordinating response efforts and ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors</li> <li>Managed administrative functions, including payroll, timecards, and human resources, ensuring accuracy and timely compensation for staff</li> <li>Conducted inspections and maintained logs of all security operations, communicating findings and recommendations to the Project Manager and other leadership</li> <li>Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel assignments, shift changes, and equipment maintenance.</li> <li>Developed training programs for new employees and conducted periodic refresher courses for existing personnel.</li> <li>Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.</li> <li>Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
Manhattan, KS
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Supervised daily security force operations at NBAF, ensuring the implementation of effective security measures across all facility areas
  • Acted as the on-scene incident commander for emergencies, coordinating response efforts and ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors
  • Managed administrative functions, including payroll, timecards, and human resources, ensuring accuracy and timely compensation for staff
  • Conducted inspections and maintained logs of all security operations, communicating findings and recommendations to the Project Manager and other leadership
  • Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel assignments, shift changes, and equipment maintenance.
  • Developed training programs for new employees and conducted periodic refresher courses for existing personnel.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

<ul> <li>Patrolled and monitored the NBAF campus, ensuring compliance with security protocols and responding to incidents as necessary</li> <li>Performed access control functions, utilizing advanced screening technologies and conducting inspections to safeguard facility integrity</li> <li>Provided armed security assistance, responding to emergencies and coordinating with local law enforcement as needed</li> <li>Monitored CCTV systems and analyzed footage to enhance security measures and identify potential threats</li> <li>Enforced access control policies to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure the safety of all personnel and assets</li> <li>Investigated incidents and prepared detailed reports for management review.</li> <li>Reviewed CCTV footage for evidence related to criminal activity or other incidents.</li> <li>Responded calmly and promptly to emergency conditions, safety hazards, and threats to life or property.</li> <li>Maintained safety and security of premises, visitors and employees.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
Manhattan, KS
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Patrolled and monitored the NBAF campus, ensuring compliance with security protocols and responding to incidents as necessary
  • Performed access control functions, utilizing advanced screening technologies and conducting inspections to safeguard facility integrity
  • Provided armed security assistance, responding to emergencies and coordinating with local law enforcement as needed
  • Monitored CCTV systems and analyzed footage to enhance security measures and identify potential threats
  • Enforced access control policies to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure the safety of all personnel and assets
  • Investigated incidents and prepared detailed reports for management review.
  • Reviewed CCTV footage for evidence related to criminal activity or other incidents.
  • Responded calmly and promptly to emergency conditions, safety hazards, and threats to life or property.
  • Maintained safety and security of premises, visitors and employees.

<ul> <li>Directed training programs for aviators, ensuring proficiency in the operation of AH-64E Apache helicopters in diverse threat environments</li> <li>Developed individual training plans, maintaining high standards of safety and operational effectiveness</li> <li>Conducted mission planning and debriefings to enhance tactical execution and crew performance</li> <li>Acted as the Standardization Pilot (SP) for Alpha Troop 1-6 CAV immediately after completing the instructor pilot course, excelling in a role above my experience level, ensuring adherence to training standards and operational readiness</li> <li>Provided instruction to student pilots on aircraft systems, procedures, aerodynamics and flight maneuvers.</li> <li>Maintained detailed records of training sessions, assessments and other related documentation for each student pilot.</li> <li>Adhered to safety standards throughout all instructional activities.</li> </ul>

U.S. Army
Fort Riley, KS
09.2015 - 01.2023
  • Directed training programs for aviators, ensuring proficiency in the operation of AH-64E Apache helicopters in diverse threat environments
  • Developed individual training plans, maintaining high standards of safety and operational effectiveness
  • Conducted mission planning and debriefings to enhance tactical execution and crew performance
  • Acted as the Standardization Pilot (SP) for Alpha Troop 1-6 CAV immediately after completing the instructor pilot course, excelling in a role above my experience level, ensuring adherence to training standards and operational readiness
  • Provided instruction to student pilots on aircraft systems, procedures, aerodynamics and flight maneuvers.
  • Maintained detailed records of training sessions, assessments and other related documentation for each student pilot.
  • Adhered to safety standards throughout all instructional activities.

<ul> <li>Diagnosed and repaired AH-64 Apache helicopter systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety regulations</li> <li>Performed preventive maintenance checks and services to maintain equipment functionality and reliability</li> <li>Collaborated with flight crews to provide technical support and troubleshoot system discrepancies</li> <li>Trained junior personnel on maintenance procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement</li> <li>Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning avionics systems, components, and accessories.</li> <li>Installed wiring harnesses, cables, connectors, and other related components to complete the integration of avionic systems into aircrafts.</li> <li>Performed quality control checks after completing repairs in order to verify functionality.</li> <li>Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.</li> <li>Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.</li> <li>Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Utilized mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.</li> </ul>

U.S. Army
Germany, EUCOM
02.2011 - 09.2015
  • Diagnosed and repaired AH-64 Apache helicopter systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety regulations
  • Performed preventive maintenance checks and services to maintain equipment functionality and reliability
  • Collaborated with flight crews to provide technical support and troubleshoot system discrepancies
  • Trained junior personnel on maintenance procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning avionics systems, components, and accessories.
  • Installed wiring harnesses, cables, connectors, and other related components to complete the integration of avionic systems into aircrafts.
  • Performed quality control checks after completing repairs in order to verify functionality.
  • Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.
  • Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.
  • Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
  • Utilized mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.

<ul> <li>Managed equipment inventory and logistics, coordinating shipments and maintaining operational efficiency</li> <li>Developed and implemented inventory management systems to ensure accurate tracking of equipment and supplies, significantly reducing discrepancies and improving accountability</li> <li>Conducted regular audits of property books, ensuring compliance with Army regulations and policies regarding equipment maintenance and accountability</li> <li>Facilitated training sessions for personnel on proper inventory management practices and the use of logistics software, enhancing team efficiency and operational readiness</li> <li>Prepared, reviewed, and monitored all documents for accuracy and completeness of property information.</li> <li>Conducted periodic physical inventories of assigned assets to verify their existence, condition, quantity, and location.</li> <li>Assisted with budget planning activities related to property management.</li> </ul>

United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory
Fort Rucker, AL
09.2008 - 12.2010
  • Managed equipment inventory and logistics, coordinating shipments and maintaining operational efficiency
  • Developed and implemented inventory management systems to ensure accurate tracking of equipment and supplies, significantly reducing discrepancies and improving accountability
  • Conducted regular audits of property books, ensuring compliance with Army regulations and policies regarding equipment maintenance and accountability
  • Facilitated training sessions for personnel on proper inventory management practices and the use of logistics software, enhancing team efficiency and operational readiness
  • Prepared, reviewed, and monitored all documents for accuracy and completeness of property information.
  • Conducted periodic physical inventories of assigned assets to verify their existence, condition, quantity, and location.
  • Assisted with budget planning activities related to property management.

Education

Apache Helicopter Instructor Pilot Course - Fort Rucker, AL

05/2020
Fort Rucker, AL
05.2020

01/2016 - Fort Riley, KS

Fort Riley, KS
01.2016

College Credits in General Studies - Troy, AL

01/2011
Troy, AL
01.2011

High School Diploma - Enterprise, AL

05/2008
Enterprise, AL
05.2008

Skills

  • Technical Expertise in Aviation Systems
  • Quality Control
  • Leadership Development
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Property accountability
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Technical Expertise in Aviation Systems
  • Quality Control
  • Leadership Development
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Property accountability
  • Standard Operating Procedures

Certification

  • Certified Flight Instructor (All Modes: Day, Night, NVS and NVG including Instrument Flight)
  • FAA Helicopter Pilot License
  • Credentialed Victim Advocate (US Army SHARP Academy)
  • Unit Armorer and Physical Security Officer
  • The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (Currently working on obtaining 10/24)

Military Service

  • Branch: United States Army
  • Rank: Chief Warrant Officer 2
  • February 2011 – January 2023

Awards

Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) x3, Army Achievement Medal (AAM) x2, National Defense Service Medal x2, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary/Service Medal x2, Army Service Ribbon x2, Magna Cum Laude – Diploma with Honors (3.8 GPA)

Affiliations

  • Fitness Enthusiast
  • Classic Physique bodybuiding competitor.
  • Single Father of the best 11 year old on the planet.

Timeline

<ul> <li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li> <li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li> <li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li> <li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li> <li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li> <li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li> <li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li> <li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li> <li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li> <li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li> <li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li> <li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li> <li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li> <li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li> <li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li> <li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li> <li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li> <li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
04.2023 - Current

<ul> <li>Supervised daily security force operations at NBAF, ensuring the implementation of effective security measures across all facility areas</li> <li>Acted as the on-scene incident commander for emergencies, coordinating response efforts and ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors</li> <li>Managed administrative functions, including payroll, timecards, and human resources, ensuring accuracy and timely compensation for staff</li> <li>Conducted inspections and maintained logs of all security operations, communicating findings and recommendations to the Project Manager and other leadership</li> <li>Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel assignments, shift changes, and equipment maintenance.</li> <li>Developed training programs for new employees and conducted periodic refresher courses for existing personnel.</li> <li>Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.</li> <li>Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
10.2022 - 04.2023

<ul> <li>Patrolled and monitored the NBAF campus, ensuring compliance with security protocols and responding to incidents as necessary</li> <li>Performed access control functions, utilizing advanced screening technologies and conducting inspections to safeguard facility integrity</li> <li>Provided armed security assistance, responding to emergencies and coordinating with local law enforcement as needed</li> <li>Monitored CCTV systems and analyzed footage to enhance security measures and identify potential threats</li> <li>Enforced access control policies to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure the safety of all personnel and assets</li> <li>Investigated incidents and prepared detailed reports for management review.</li> <li>Reviewed CCTV footage for evidence related to criminal activity or other incidents.</li> <li>Responded calmly and promptly to emergency conditions, safety hazards, and threats to life or property.</li> <li>Maintained safety and security of premises, visitors and employees.</li> </ul>

Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
10.2022 - 01.2023

<ul> <li>Directed training programs for aviators, ensuring proficiency in the operation of AH-64E Apache helicopters in diverse threat environments</li> <li>Developed individual training plans, maintaining high standards of safety and operational effectiveness</li> <li>Conducted mission planning and debriefings to enhance tactical execution and crew performance</li> <li>Acted as the Standardization Pilot (SP) for Alpha Troop 1-6 CAV immediately after completing the instructor pilot course, excelling in a role above my experience level, ensuring adherence to training standards and operational readiness</li> <li>Provided instruction to student pilots on aircraft systems, procedures, aerodynamics and flight maneuvers.</li> <li>Maintained detailed records of training sessions, assessments and other related documentation for each student pilot.</li> <li>Adhered to safety standards throughout all instructional activities.</li> </ul>

U.S. Army
09.2015 - 01.2023

<ul> <li>Diagnosed and repaired AH-64 Apache helicopter systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety regulations</li> <li>Performed preventive maintenance checks and services to maintain equipment functionality and reliability</li> <li>Collaborated with flight crews to provide technical support and troubleshoot system discrepancies</li> <li>Trained junior personnel on maintenance procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement</li> <li>Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning avionics systems, components, and accessories.</li> <li>Installed wiring harnesses, cables, connectors, and other related components to complete the integration of avionic systems into aircrafts.</li> <li>Performed quality control checks after completing repairs in order to verify functionality.</li> <li>Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.</li> <li>Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.</li> <li>Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Utilized mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.</li> </ul>

U.S. Army
02.2011 - 09.2015

<ul> <li>Managed equipment inventory and logistics, coordinating shipments and maintaining operational efficiency</li> <li>Developed and implemented inventory management systems to ensure accurate tracking of equipment and supplies, significantly reducing discrepancies and improving accountability</li> <li>Conducted regular audits of property books, ensuring compliance with Army regulations and policies regarding equipment maintenance and accountability</li> <li>Facilitated training sessions for personnel on proper inventory management practices and the use of logistics software, enhancing team efficiency and operational readiness</li> <li>Prepared, reviewed, and monitored all documents for accuracy and completeness of property information.</li> <li>Conducted periodic physical inventories of assigned assets to verify their existence, condition, quantity, and location.</li> <li>Assisted with budget planning activities related to property management.</li> </ul>

United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory
09.2008 - 12.2010

Apache Helicopter Instructor Pilot Course - Fort Rucker, AL

05/2020

01/2016 - Fort Riley, KS

College Credits in General Studies - Troy, AL

01/2011

High School Diploma - Enterprise, AL

05/2008

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