Mitchell Baumgardner
Lynn Haven
Summary
All of my life experiences have led to a desire to help people, and while I may have a variety of skills applicable to multiple fields, flight instruction is my desired avenue. While automobiles were my first focus, flight training has shown me a field full of challenges and personal growth. My own flight instructors have taught me multiple valuable lessons that I want to pass on to others, in addition to the camaraderie shown in the field of aviation already.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Academy of Aviation
Orlando
05.2024 - Current
- Instructs students in flight operations and safety protocols, teaching students about aircraft systems, procedures, and other flight-related subjects from ground-based positions.
- Ensures compliance with FAA regulations during all training sessions.
- Collaborates with other instructors to enhance training programs.
- Applies a variety of instructional resources to meet needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles.
Delivery Driver
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Panama City
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
Construction Assistant
Fuqua Services, LLC
Panama City
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Hired by Jon Fuqua to assist in home rennovation contracts.
- Listened to directions and executed tasks accurately to prepare materials, perform work and clean up sites at conclusion of jobs.
- Assisted with electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks through basic and semi-skilled work.
- Moved materials, tools and supplies from trucks to job site to prepare for work day.
- Assisted with inspecting equipment, structures or materials to identify errors or defects.
Engineering Intern
ARINC (now Booz Allen Hamilton)
Panama City
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Acquired Secret-level security clearance to operate at NSA PC Naval Base
- Participated in off-shore excursions to learn equipment and operations
- Learned operation and utilization of 3D imaging software (Solidworks, AutoCAD) to create theoretical equipment prototypes
Education
Certified Flight Instructor - Flight Training
Flight Training Professionals
Orlando04-2024
Mechanical Engineering
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLGulf Coast State College
Panama City, FLSkills
- Multiple years of team sports and membership of academic groups highlight the value of teamwork and collaboration, balancing finances and adhering to deadlines of production and competitions
- Learned from multiple AAMCO Transmission mechanics various service procedures across 6 years to perform repairs, and to be able to provide my own personal mechanic services plus limited ECU tuning services and audio system installations
- Learned various detailing techniques to provide personal automobile detailing services
- By extension, these experiences have led to better customer service in explanations, understanding and satisfaction with customers
- Analytical and evaluative skills, combined with a balance of interpersonal relationships, to find the best course of action to help Aviation students succeed in reaching applicable standards and their own goals in flight training
References
- Curtiss Kinard - AAMCO (407 953 0548)
- Brandon Templeton (850 691 9121)
- Jared Summers (850 628 3364)
- John Pierce (850 381 1532)
- Brandon Weaver (845 797 3888)
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Academy of Aviation
05.2024 - Current
Construction Assistant
Fuqua Services, LLC
05.2013 - 08.2013
Delivery Driver
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
09.2012 - 12.2013
Engineering Intern
ARINC (now Booz Allen Hamilton)
06.2012 - 08.2012
Mechanical Engineering
University of Central Florida
Gulf Coast State College
Certified Flight Instructor - Flight Training
Flight Training Professionals