Mathew Mossing
Lebanon,Illinois
Summary
Trustworthy leader and problem solver looking to transition from a fulfilling career in the U.S. Air Force as an aviator to the sports industry. Can remain calm in high pressure situations as well as manage time and resolve conflicts. Military professional with experience managing teams, projects, as well as creating systems and processes to minimize workload. Hardworking and motivated professional with more than 10 years of experience and achievements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Flight Refueling Specialist
United States Air Force
01.2014 - Current
- Performs in-flight refueling duties
- Checks equipment is properly and safely secured
- Perform visual and operational checks of air refueling systems and equipment
- Completes pre-flight, through-flight, and postflight duties and inspections
- Completes all forms and reports
- Operates in-flight boom controls to safely affect a contact between tanker aircraft and receiver aircraft
- Monitors control panel for proper operation and advises receiver pilot of actions required to maintain contact within prescribed limits
- Keeps tanker pilot informed of receiver position and performs emergency procedures as required to maintain safety
- Ensures aircraft is loaded properly within safe operating limits, and computes weight and balance data for taking off and landing
- Ensures adequate emergency equipment are on board the aircraft.
Education
Air Operations Center Coronet Planning -
03.2024
KC-135 Instructor Boomer Operator Qualification -
03.2020
Airmen Leadership School -
10.2019
KC-135 Boom Operator Initial Qualification -
01.2015
Water Survival Training -
10.2014
SERE (Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape) Training -
10.2014
Basic Boomer Operator Flying Training -
08.2014
Aircrew Fundamentals -
07.2014
Physiological Hypoxia Training -
07.2014
Accomplishments
* Received the U.S. Air Force Commendation Medal
* Awarded two Air Medals for flying accomplishments while deployed.
* Earned Non-Commission Officer of the Quarter by planning 2.6K missions and managing a $3.1B fleet.
* Earned “Exceeded most, if not all expectations” on every annual performance review.
* Awarded “Instructor Boom Operator of the Quarter” out of 20 instructors.
Volunteerism Community Involvement
- Youth Soccer Coach, Tampa Dynamo Football Club, Riverview, FL, 2019-01-01, 2024-12-31
- Volunteer, The Humane Society of Tampa Bay, Tampa, FL, 2019-01-01, 2023-12-31
Core Knowledge Skill Areas
- Currently holding a Top Secret Clearance
- Ability to multitask
- Team oriented
- Knowledgeable with aircraft systems
- Project Management
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Attention to detail
- Instructor
- Quick Learner
- Fast paced worker
- Organized
- Extensive experience with military aircraft and operations
- Supervisor
- Troubleshooting
- Time Management
Timeline
In-Flight Refueling Specialist
United States Air Force
01.2014 - Current