Maxsimiliano Alvarado
Frostproof,FL
Summary
Seasoned Aerospace Physiologist and leader with over 10,000 hours in platform instruction, 23 years of experience. Qualified in advanced Aerospace Physiology curricula to include high altitude threats, spatial disorientation, situational awareness, high +Gz threats, thermal burden, advanced night vision devices, Hight Altitude Low Opening/Hight Altitude High Opening, and Air Crew Flight Equipment. Have over 500 flight hours in fighter, rotary, and heavy platforms (F-16C, F-15E, T-38A, T-6, T-37, CASA 212, Dornier 328, CH-47, UH-1, HH-60, C-17, C-130J). Certified in Hypobaric Chamber Operations, Centrifuge/Acceleration Operations, Reduced Oxygen Breathing Devices, Spatial Disorientation Trainer, Baranay Chair/Air Sickness Management training, Escape/Crash Survival, Flight Safety Officer, certified in High Altitude Airdrop Mission Support, Hyperbaric Chamber Operations. I have superior knowledge in both legacy and 5th Gen fighter platforms with special access program knowledge of both F-22 and F-35. 1 of 4 F-35 Subject Matter Experts in USAF, handpicked by the Aerospace Physiology career chief to lead 33d Fighter Wing at Eglin AFB. Directed all F-35 B-Course and transition pilot physiology curricula for the 58th and 60th fighter squadrons. Topics included current human factors in the F-35: Digital Aperture System (DAS), Advanced digital Night Vision Camera (NVC), Advanced Oxygen Systems (On Board Oxygen Generating Systems), Electro Optical Targeting System (EOTS), Rockwell Collins Helmet Design/Human Factors, Flight Equipment Thermal Burden and limitations, and much more. Additionally, have a wealth of knowledge of the F-35 Automated Logistics Information System (ALIS) program due to my role as Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight Commander where I served for three years. Lastly, spearheaded Eglin's Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) program, ensured health and wellness of our aircrew, the first of its kind within Air Education and Training Command. Currently hold a Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI), current as of 2023. Retired United States Air Force Officer, CAPTAIN
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Physiology Flight Commander
United States Air Force
Fort Walton Beach, FL
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Lead Subject Matter Expert for 125 F-35 Fighter Pilots at Eglin AFB, FL 33 Fighter Wing, 58th and 60th Fighter Squadrons and 8 Fighter Wing equivalents/45 associative groups.
- Formulates and administers Air Crew Flight Equipment policies/$195 million budget for acquisition and sustainment.
- Human Factors Safety Investigation Consultant for Class A F-35 Aviation Mishap.
- Lead instructor for robust F-35 student pilot, transition pilot, and senior/executive pilot training pipeline. Trained over 200 pilots.
- Led instruction in life saving hight altitude physiology of flight academics (spatial disorientation, G-Induced Loss of Conciseness prevention, fatigue, pressure change, decompression sickness, situational awareness, nutrition, dehydration, thermal burden threats, noise and vibration, air crew flight equipment human factors, high altitude physiology, work-of-breathing, and acceleration atelectasis during high +Gz flight in the F-35
- Performed Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device hypoxia training. High Fidelity Simulation of the effect of hypoxia on the human cognitive performance while performing flight tasks. Over 400+ pilots trained.
- Directed regional high altitude physiology training for F-22, F-16 (Blocks 30, 40, 50), F-15C/E/EX, T-38A, UH-1, Dornier 328, C-130J, CV-22, CH-47, Boeing 737, C-17)
- Directed Aerospace Physiology Program to ensure F-35, F-22, F-16, F-15, etc. student curriculum was up-to-date with the latest safety trends, human factor information, and current Aerospace Physiology/Medicine info.
Air Crew Flight Equipment Flight Commander
United States Air Force
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Led team of 10 enlisted Air Crew Flight Equipment Technicians supporting F-35 flight operations and training
- Authored and briefed human performance lectures and Reduced Oxygen Breathing Devices Hypoxia Simulator training for 98 F-35 pilots.
- Managed 3.5K equipment inspections for 5th Generation Fighter platform. Enabled $250 million flying hour program.
- Directed $195 million Air Crew Flight Equipment Budget, validated 2.5K purchases for multiple deployments, guaranteed flying supplies for 124 F-35 pilots.
- Winner of 9 high level awards for outstanding Air Crew Flight Equipment Flight. Ensured proper recognition of his technicians.
- Directed $150K travel budget for 125 personnel. Ensured all travel policies were met and approved transactions.
- Established 33 Fighter Wing Human Performance Program. Authored contracts, hired medical team for pilot rehabilitation, decreased pilot medical downtime by 25%. Procured $484k in rehab equipment and contracts
- Selected #1 Flight Commander in the 33d Operation Support Squadron
Aerospace Physiology Flight Commander
United States Air Force
Mountain Home, ID
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Directs and coordinated human performance, safety and physiology training for 4k United States Air Force aircrew. 366th Fighter Wing Aerospace Physiologist.
- Leads base Crew Resource Management Program, Fatigue Management Program, and Maintenance Resource Management Program. Trained over 1.2K students in human factors, ensuring $462M flying program was successful. Led to Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
- Medical safety officer. Hired to investigate dental medical mishap. Employed safety Root Cause Analysis, identified 15 potential hazards, implemented 5 safety action plans ensuring the safety of 3.2k patients.
- Selected as honorary Weapon System Officer, received F-15E Simulator training. Over 120 hrs flown in high performance aircraft
- Lead instructor for F-15E Strike Eagle program. Briefed 3 Fighter Squadrons on situational awareness and spatial disorientation for multiple deployments. Enabled 2.7K Combat Sorties.
- Lead instructor for F-15E Strike Eagle program. Briefed 3 Fighter Squadrons on situational awareness and spatial disorientation for multiple deployments. Enabled 2.7K Combat Sorties.
- Hand picked as human factor expert for USAF F-16 Class A Accident Investigation Board. 28 Day deployment, over 250 hours of support. Provided critical human factors analysis for the investigative authority.
- Selected as #1/6 Company Grade Officer in the squadron and #2/37 in the Medical Group. #7/146 in the Fighter Wing.
- Named 2016 Squadron Officer of the Year
Director of Training
United States Air Force
Hampton, VA
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Oversees training for 1.2 Department of Defense aircrew, hight altitude parachutists, and special operators utilizing $2.8M dollar altitude chamber.
- Led Joint Base Langley-Eustis Counter fatigue human performance program for 600 special operators.
- Trained highly coveted Seal Team 6, EOD teams, Green Berets, Marine Recon students. Over 350 trained in high altitude parachuting physiology.
- Trained in F-16 fighter tactics. Flew multiple high G sorties, enhanced classroom instruction when teaching USAF Fighter pilots.
- Directs/supervises hypobaric chamber flights as Aerospace Physiologist in charge. Ensures 15+ students are safely trained per flight. Over 180 flights conducted without a mishap.
- USAF premier aviation mishap human factors investigator. Selected for Class A drone mishap. Authored multiple reports for convening authority.
- Build Multiple Attribute Test Battery for 14 Aerospace Physiology Units, authored new curriculum for Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device training script. Adopted as new USAF benchmark. Led to Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
- Selected as 2014 Air Combat Command Aerospace Physiologist of the Year
- Selected as 2014 Squadron Officer of the Year
- #1/5 Company Grade Officers in the Squadron
Logistics Element Chief
United States Air Force
Hampton, VA
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Leads 4 personnel. Directs and coordinates operation of maintenance for all hyperbaric chamber operations valued over $2.8M to ensure safe training for aircrew and special operators.
- Ensures Aerospace Physiology for 57 classes and 7 courses for a militated of different fighter airframes are in-line with current safety trends
- Directed the collection of F-22 Pulse Oximetry Data during a USAF directed safety stand down for a Scientific Advisory Board. Over 4k sorties reviewed and analyzed.
- Managed $2.8M regional altitude chamber along with a $90k budget. Trained over 4k aircrew and special operators. Led to Air Combat Command Team Aerospace Award.
- Graduate of USAF Flight Safety Officer School, highly coveted course, trained in aviation safety human factors investigations.
- Spearheaded base incentive flying program as the lead instructor. Taught physiology lessons, bailout, and egress procedures.
- 2011 Squadron Company Grade Officer of the Quarter
Aerospace Physiology Flight Chief
United States Air Force
Sumter, SC
06.2007 - 05.2010
- Led 14 member Aerospace Physiology regional altitude chamber team out of Shaw AFB, SC.
- Ensured training for over 5K USAF aircrew were safety trained in low-pressure altitude chamber.
- Supervised and led multiple training events. Taught lessons in high altitude physiology for special forces, fighter pilots, flight nurses, and many other aviation related career fields.
- Authored courseware for over 25 classes to ensure all information was up-to-date with current safety trends to ensure high fidelity training was being instructed to all students.
- Conducted platform instruction, analyzed data, presented safety finding for all assigned instructors.
- Served on multiple leadership teams within the base.
- Received multiple awards-Employee of the Quarter x4, Employee of the Year 2008.
Aerospace Physiology Journeyman
United States Air Force
San Antonio, TX
05.2003 - 05.2007
- Operate and maintains aerospace physiology research altitude chambers and related training equipment
- Operates and maintains research centrifuge equipment.
- Instructs lesson in high +Gz for centrifuge students: flight surgeons, fighter pilots, NASA astronauts, research protocols, and many more.
- Assists medical officers and performs hyperbaric/hypobaric chamber duties.
- Trained over 4k students in anti-G straining maneuver academics in-out of centrifuge.
- Conducts lectures in spatial disorientation, night vision, and high altitude physiology
- Prepares and maintains records on types and duration of hyperbaric and hypobaric chamber protocols.
- Research subject for 5th Gen programs (F-22/F-35). Exposes his body to high altitude and high acceleration for science.
Air Traffic Controller
United States Air Force
Columbus AFB, MS
10.2000 - 04.2003
- Controls and directs traffic flow into Columbus Air Force Baseassigned to Radar Approach Control
- Certified in Radar services and assist
- Ensure air traffic deconfliction for safe enroute and exit out of Columbus AFB
- Communicates with ARTCC (Center) and local air traffic control authorities for proper flight planning of all USAF aircraft within controlled airspace.
- Coordinated flight plans with Base Operations to ensure timely entry of all entry and exit routes within governed air space.
Education
Master of Science - Human Factors Aviation Safety
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL08.2008
Associate of Science - Aerospace Physiology Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08.2003
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Leadership Development
- Coaching
- Performance Evaluation
- Performance Management
- Relationship Building
- Training Program Development
- Instructor Evaluations
- Staff Development
- Decision-Making
- Lectures and Discussions
- Instructor Training
- Training Program Modification
- Multimedia Visual Aids
- Workshops and Conferences
- Public Speaking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Training Methods
- Group Trainings
- Cross-Functional Team Development
- Staff Leadership
- Program Development
- Team Development Strategies
- Course Design
- Leadership Training
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strategic Thinker
- Motivational Speaking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- 2004 Employee of the Year Air Force Research Laboratory
- 2004 Employee of the Year Detachment 5
- 2005 Employee of the Year Air Fore Research Laboratory/Detachment 5
- 2008 Employee of the Year 633d Aerospace Medicine Squadron
- 2014 Employee of the Year Top Physiologist Air Combat Command
- 2016 Employee of the Year 366 Aerospace Medicine Squadron
Affiliations
- Member Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Alumni
- Member Aerospace Physiology Society
- Member Aerospace Medicine Association
- Member of Airline Pilots Association
Additional Information
- Graduate of USAF Flight Safety Officer Course
- Squadron Officer School
- Top Knife for Remotely Pilot Aircraft and Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance operations
- USAF Flight Surgeon High Performance Aircraft Training Course (Top Knife II)
- Night Vision Goggle Instructor Course
- Officer Human Performance Enhancement Course
- Aircraft Mishap Investigation Course
- Aviation Safety Program Management
- Aerospace Physiologist Course
- Aerospace Physiology Officer 101 Course
- Aerospace Physiology Craftsman Course
- Honor Guard Instructor Course
- Graduate of USAF SV-80 Survival, Evasion, Resistance Escape
- Graduate of USAF SV-Water Survival Training
- Graduate of USAF Arctic Survival School
Timeline
Aerospace Physiology Flight Commander
United States Air Force
10.2020 - 12.2023
Air Crew Flight Equipment Flight Commander
United States Air Force
05.2017 - 05.2020
Aerospace Physiology Flight Commander
United States Air Force
05.2015 - 05.2017
Director of Training
United States Air Force
05.2012 - 05.2015
Logistics Element Chief
United States Air Force
05.2010 - 05.2012
Aerospace Physiology Flight Chief
United States Air Force
06.2007 - 05.2010
Aerospace Physiology Journeyman
United States Air Force
05.2003 - 05.2007
Air Traffic Controller
United States Air Force
10.2000 - 04.2003
Master of Science - Human Factors Aviation Safety
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Associate of Science - Aerospace Physiology Technology
Community College of The Air Force