Matthew Rodriquez
Seguin,TX
Summary
Instrument rated, commercial airplane and helicopter pilot with 3+ years flight experience and 5+ years aircrew experience. Achieved 1000 hours safe PIC award from Texas DPS. Solid understanding of modern aircraft technology and navigational systems. Dedicated to providing the highest level of safe flight service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant Pilot
Texas Department Of Public Safety
02.2020 - Current
- Perform daily aircraft preflight inspections to ensure safe flight operations
- Review area weather forecast to determine flight status availability
- Brief crew on mission objectives and expectations of each flight
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
- Conduct flights across multiple airframes
- Provide support to all Texas and Federal law enforcement missions
Tactical Flight Officer
Texas Department Of Public Safety
11.2015 - 02.2020
- Assist pilots with daily preflight inspections
- Ensure all police equipment is functioning properly
- Effectively communicate and coordinate with officers on the ground to ensure the safety and efficacy of each mission
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios
Texas State Trooper
Texas Department Of Public Safety
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary
- Performed searches of individuals, vehicles and premises
- Conducted vehicular crash investigations to determine the main contributing factors of the accident
Education
Criminal Justice
Hardin Simmons University
Abilene12.2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Aircraft Maintenance Reports
- Pre-Flight Check
- Flight Planning
- Fueling Calculations
- Crew Resource Management
Timeline
Lieutenant Pilot
Texas Department Of Public Safety
02.2020 - Current
Tactical Flight Officer
Texas Department Of Public Safety
11.2015 - 02.2020
Texas State Trooper
Texas Department Of Public Safety
06.2012 - 11.2015
Criminal Justice
Hardin Simmons University