Michael Leipold
Hollidaysburg,PA
Summary
Seasoned professional pilot with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Highly skilled in navigating aircraft and adhering to FAA regulations while providing safe, comfortable experience for passengers. Skilled in emergency procedures with aptitude to make quick and decisive decisions under pressure.
Multi-talented Human Resources Executive successful at streamlining costs and maximizing company profile in job market. Versed in EEOC and other relevant compliance statutes. Excellent organizational and time management skills coupled with task prioritization. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Site Manager
Metro Aviation
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 45 employees.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Lead Pilot
Metro Aviation
11.2015 - 08.2022
- Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
- 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.
- Met with other crew members to plan missions prior to flight and review results following completion.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Completed more than 4000 flight hours in turbine rotary wing aircraft with over 25 years of experience
Aviation Material Officer
U.S. Army
06.2013 - 11.2015
- Developed training programs to improve employee skills and productively utilize labor.
- Reviewed production, quality and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
- Created preventive maintenance and inspection lists and schedules to minimize breakdowns or disruptions in production processes.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits to support proper functioning of equipment and safety and environmental compliance.
- Investigated and diagnosed causes of breakdowns and developed programs and solutions to reduce or eliminate future occurrences.
- Interacted with employees to seek input on process and equipment improvement.
- Used failure analysis techniques to identify and eliminate chronic problems.
Production Control Officer
U.S. Army
02.2000 - 06.2013
- Established and enforced organization systems and standards.
- Managed maintenance team of 269 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.
- Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
- Tracked maintenance activity using ULLS-A software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
- Provided safety education and technical training to maintenance crew to establish equipment repair standards.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
M1A1 Master Gunner
U.S. Army
06.1993 - 01.2000
- Operated and maintained 45 million dollars worth of heavy vehicles, serialized assets, weapons, machine guns, naval guns and artillery.
- Coordinated daily operations for team of 120 personnel and established goals for training programs.
- Identified parts and services to maintain BII equipment and provided timely solutions to continue operations.
- Coordinated with other military units and agencies to support operations and align with mission.
- Completed inspections and any basic repair need to uphold strict performance standards.
- Mastered night and day combat techniques to protect against nuclear, biological and chemical weapons attacks.
Education
Ph.D. - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2025
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08.2021
Master of Science - Theology/Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Theology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2013
Skills
- Materials Procurement
- Trend Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Development
- Business Administration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Administrative Oversight
- Contract Preparation
- Human Resources Department Startup
- Technical Documentation
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Facility Management
Timeline
Aviation Site Manager
Metro Aviation
08.2021 - 08.2022
Lead Pilot
Metro Aviation
11.2015 - 08.2022
Aviation Material Officer
U.S. Army
06.2013 - 11.2015
Production Control Officer
U.S. Army
02.2000 - 06.2013
M1A1 Master Gunner
U.S. Army
06.1993 - 01.2000
Ph.D. - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Theology/Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Theology
Liberty University
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