Joseph Friend
Mililani Town
Summary
Accomplished US Army Pilot and Aircraft Maintenance Technician, adept in multi-engine aircraft operation and exceptional decision-making skills. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing flight safety, training pilots, and maintaining aircraft to FAA standards. Successfully flew over 1600 hours accident-free, showcasing unparalleled time and task management abilities.
Professional aviator with strong background in flight operations and navigation. Proven track record in ensuring safety, precision, and efficiency in various flight environments. Highly skilled in cockpit management, emergency procedures, and advanced aeronautical decision-making. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving mission-critical results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilot
US Army
04.2014 - Current
- Increased flight safety by training new pilots on tasks and evaluating performance both in simulators and the aircraft.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork abilities through collaboration with fellow pilots, maintenance personnel, and other aviation professionals in providing seamless service for supported entities and efficient flight operations.
- Collaborated with co-pilots on decision-making processes during high-stress situations, mitigating risks and maintaining a calm environment.
- Flew over 1600 hours accident free by properly diagnosing and responding to in-flight emergencies.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Army
10.2002 - 03.2014
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ05-2025
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster06-1998
Skills
- Time and task management
- Weather analysis and interpretation
- Multi-engine aircraft operation
- Decision making and problem solving
- Flight planning
- International flight operations
- Flight instruction experience
- Aircraft piloting
- Mountain flying proficiency
Accomplishments
- Flight lead on over 25 international missions.
- US Army Mission Briefing Officer
- US Army Air Mission Commander
- US Army Chief Warrant Officer 3
- 1693 flight hours with zero property damage
- US Army Pilot in Command
Certification
FAA Commercial Multi-engine instrument rotary wing certification
Timeline
Pilot
US Army
04.2014 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Army
10.2002 - 03.2014
FAA Commercial Multi-engine instrument rotary wing certification
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation
Mercer County Community College
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
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