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Matthew Womacks

Las Cruces,NM

Summary

Methodical Flight Instructor with 6 years of experience providing primary and advanced flight instruction to formal military students. Extensive knowledge of aerodynamics, flight characteristics and aircraft teaching procedures. Well-versed with latest flight instructional techniques and procedures of standard aviation training programs. Communicative and safety-conscious professional possessing excellent multitasking, recordkeeping and instructional abilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

MQ-9 Formal Instructor Pilot

United States Air Force
04.2022 - Current
  • Adjusted and aligned course material to meet individual needs.
  • Created instructional material and training syllabi for specific areas of ground and flight training.
  • Introduced students to procedures and instrument flight techniques.
  • Led multiple training flights to include weather briefings, flight scheduling and safety measures to provide safe flights in training environment.
  • Developed lesson plans and conducted ground training modules covering aircraft systems across normal, abnormal and emergency operations.
  • Total Hours in Aircraft: 2,356
  • Instructor Hours in Aircraft: 350
  • Verified safety of students while using aircrafts by performing regular inspections of aircrafts, checking weather reports and matching level of competence of students to complex training and instructions.
  • Used GTIMS to maintain student training records and student logbooks.
  • Organized and conducted cockpit familiarization classes and prepared reports on students' proficiency.
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
  • Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
  • Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
  • Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' goals.

MQ-9 Pilot

United States Air Force
01.2018 - 04.2022
  • Adjusted and aligned course material to meet individual needs.
  • Created instructional material and training syllabi for specific areas of ground and flight training.
  • Introduced students to procedures and instrument flight techniques.
  • Led multiple training flights to include weather briefings, flight scheduling and safety measures to provide safe flights in training environment.
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Flew national and international routes covering different countries and complied with flight rules in each location.
  • Coordinated with FAA air traffic controllers in safely and smoothly navigating airspace.

MQ-9 Student Pilot

United States Air Force
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Completed careful pre-flight checks and post-flight briefings to maintain safety standards.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

MQ-9 Student Pilot

United States Air Force
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Completed careful pre-flight checks and post-flight briefings to maintain safety standards.
  • Organized and completed routine charter routes, as well as paths requested by customers.
  • Filed instrument flight plans with air traffic control so flights could be coordinated with other air traffic.
  • Used instrumentation to pilot aircraft during poor visibility.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Cadet

United States Air Force Academy
05.2012 - 06.2016
  • Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
  • Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
  • Managed paperwork by tracking records to remain organized and maximize accuracy.
  • Operated communication systems to gather, process and share information.
  • Mentored new personnel to complete tasks accurately by being knowledgeable of laws and procedures.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
  • Helped fellow classmates succeed by tutoring when requested.
  • Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
  • Monitored and maintained weapon systems for proper functioning and reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering

United States Air Force Academy
Monument, CO
06.2016

Skills

  • Student Assessments
  • Safety Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Student Mentoring
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction

Timeline

MQ-9 Formal Instructor Pilot

United States Air Force
04.2022 - Current

MQ-9 Pilot

United States Air Force
01.2018 - 04.2022

MQ-9 Student Pilot

United States Air Force
07.2017 - 01.2018

MQ-9 Student Pilot

United States Air Force
08.2016 - 07.2017

Cadet

United States Air Force Academy
05.2012 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering

United States Air Force Academy

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