Matthew McLaughlin
Austin
Summary
Experienced with remote piloting and aerial navigation, delivering dependable and safe drone operations. Utilizes advanced flight control techniques and thorough pre-flight planning to optimize mission success and deliver the best possible data to the client. Track record of effective problem-solving and real-time decision-making in various operational scenarios.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Peak Aerial LLC
01.2018 - Current
- Produced a business-plan focusing on professional aerial services.
- Manage day-to-day aerial operations
- Manage financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Manage drone and camera equipment to comply with manufacturers standards
Remote Pilot in Command
AltSpec UAS
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Inspect transmission & distribution structures in California's Tier 2 & 3 fire threat districts
- Join helicopter operations to access remote areas in need of inspection
- Participate in R&D stages of U.S. manufactured drones to perform inspections on California's military bases
- Conducted regular debriefings after each flight to review performance data, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement among crew members.
Drone Operator
Trakassets
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Contributed to safe flying practices by consistently adhering to FAA regulations and guidelines.
- Followed work specifications to obtain needed photography.
- Helped create and implement innovative drone standards for group.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to each mission launch, minimizing potential hazards during operation.
Visual Observer
Skygear Solutions
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Charted all stages of flight including preflight, mid flight, and post flight
- Performed risk assessment before each flight
- Effectively mitigate in-flight risks to team members
- Assisted in training new observers, sharing knowledge and best practices for maximum safety
Education
FAA Part 107 Certificate -
Fixed-Wing Instrument Rating - Aviation
Above All Aviation
Santa Barbara, CA01.2018
Fixed-Wing Part 61 Private Pilot License - Aviation
California Aviation
Riverside, CA12-2017
High School Diploma - Honors
Mars Area High School
Pittsburgh, PA01.2017
Skills
- Manned & Unmanned aviation experience
- Flight safety
- Wildfire safety skills
- Helicopter transport operations
- Prioritize efficiency
- Critical problem solving
- Risk mitigation
- Intense focus in high stress situations
- Small business operations
- FAA regulations
Timeline
Remote Pilot in Command
AltSpec UAS
10.2019 - 11.2022
Drone Operator
Trakassets
03.2019 - 06.2019
Visual Observer
Skygear Solutions
01.2019 - 03.2019
Owner
Peak Aerial LLC
01.2018 - Current
FAA Part 107 Certificate -
Fixed-Wing Instrument Rating - Aviation
Above All Aviation
Fixed-Wing Part 61 Private Pilot License - Aviation
California Aviation
High School Diploma - Honors
Mars Area High School
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