Manuel Schell

Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Responsible for the wellbeing for 42 Soldiers.

Worked effectively in fast-paced environments. Completed multiple training exercises with zero incidents.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ensured that all Soldiers are trained to task to maintain the highest standard of readiness in Soldier tasks as well as all flight related tasks.

Improved unit morale and cohesion with regular team-building events and professional development opportunities.Managed sensitive information effectively while ensuring proper security measures were in place to protect classified data from unauthorized access or disclosure.

Boosted overall unit performance through the implementation of a rigorous physical fitness program tailored to individual soldier needs.

Facilitated smooth transitions during leadership changes by providing thorough briefings on current operational statuses and ongoing initiatives. Responsible for deployment and re-deployment operations for over 2000+ soldiers.Streamlined operations by establishing effective communication channels between subordinate units and higher headquarters.

FMS Utility Helicopter Advisor and Standardization Instructor, responsible for assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of a $15.7 billion Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program. Advised Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG) senior leaders on all aspects of Flight training and standardization for Non-Rated Crew Members, aviation maintenance, personnel management. Spearheaded first of its time Integration of the SANG Counter-terrorism Unit with SANG aviation assets with absolute success.

Collaborated directly with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and Multi-National Aviation Special Project Office (MASPO) to resolve supply and maintenance issues for an FMS program with a $15.7 billion case budget.

Executed over 100 Performance Worksheet Evaluations which led to zero deficiencies during an Aviation Engineering Directorate (AED) Inspection.

Assisted with countless flight evaluations for SANG NRCMs to ensure highest training standard.

Organized daily assignments for crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources. Trained crew members on flight tasks various types of aircraft.

Supervised and supported aviation crews in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on several different aircraft types aircraft. Supporting other Tier-1 elite Special Operations units to ensure mission success anywhere in the world.

As a Operation team member, solved complex problems quickly through effective collaboration with team members from various departments to ensure that critical mission timelines are met.

Served as a Section Sergeant and Fully Mission Qualified (FMQ) Crew Chief in the Army's only Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Responsible for the welfare, professional development, training, and supervision of NCOs and junior Soldiers. Required to maintain currency and proficiency in 32 mission tasks, assigns daily tasks that facilitate the combat readiness and maintenance on all 12 of the Army's highly modified MH-60Ms Direct Action Penetrator (DAP) Blackhawk helicopters.

Responsible for all of the associated Special Operations mission equipment, valued at over $180 million. Ensured aircraft and equipment are ready for world-wide, no-notice, and contingency missions as directed by the President of the United States and the Secretary of Defense.

Served as an aviation maintenance Section Chief in the Army's only Special Operation Aviation Regiment. Supervised one phase team consisting of 13 Soldiers and 2 Non-Commissioned Officers performing unit, intermediate, and depot level maintenance on highly modified, Special Operations MH-60K/L Blackhawk helicopters valued at over $28 million each.

Performed extensive maintenance operational checks, unscheduled maintenance and scheduled inspections, diagnosed, troubleshoot, and repaired malfunctions of all helicopters.

Dedicated and detail-oriented Technical Supply Clerk with extensive experience in inventory management, procurement, and logistical operations. Skilled in utilizing automated inventory systems to track stock levels and process requisitions efficiently.

Proficient in maintaining accurate records, conducting equipment inspections, and ensuring compliance with military regulations. Adept at coordinating supply distribution, providing training and support to personnel, and fostering a culture of accountability.

Committed to supporting mission readiness through meticulous supply chain management and adherence to high standards of quality and accuracy.