Morris Jefferson

I perform Classroom instruction of all Aircraft Systems to Active Duty Air Force Pilots and Special Mission Aviators (SMA) gaining qualification to operate the CV-22 Osprey. I also instruct those Pilots and SMAs using a state of the art CV-22 Osprey Flight Simulator. Instruction includes Normal Operations, Emergency Procedures and Tactical Operations using real world scenarios. I assist students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials. I optimize day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices. I oversee curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices. I evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning. I apply various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students. I review class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.

25 years of proven leadership and performance as an Air Force enlisted member, 17 years in flying operations encompassing three operational assignments and includes the following experience:

6 years of leadership and management experience as a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer. Qualified Air Education & Training Command (AETC) Master Instructor.

Over 2900 flying hours in CV-22, MH-53J/M, UH-1N, UH-1H, and MI-17 with 597 of those in combat. 657 hours as an instructor and evaluator.

DoD Secret Clearance. Current through 2026.

Strong platform instruction, communication, public speaking, and presentation experience.

Excellent knowledge of Air Force, AETC and AFSOC training regulations and guidelines.

PC skills include GTIMS, MS office Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote applications.

Managed demanding $20M CV-22 Initial Qualification Aircrew Training Program.

Lead diverse team of Airmen/civilian/contractors in managing six aircrew syllabi, 340 lessons & $120M simulator.

Responsible for the leadership, management, training and career development of 425 students and 24 Non-Commission Officers from multiple airframes.

Developed & administered qualification/requisite/periodic aircrew examinations & conducted flight and ground evaluations.

Executed demanding Field Training Unit training syllabi including Tactical Aerial Refueling, Alternate Insertion Extraction, and covert Night Vision Goggle infiltration/exfiltration operations.

Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members

Communicated with other crew members via intercom system to ensure efficient operations onboard aircrafts.

Prepared aircraft for rescue and recovery operations in coordination with airfield staff members.

Provided emergency medical assistance when necessary while in flight or on the ground.

Ran routine operational tests on a variety of aviation systems such as fuel pumps, hydraulic systems.

Filled out paperwork concerning flight logs, incident reports, repair orders.

Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Verified passenger and cargo distribution and amount of fuel to meet weight and balance specifications.

Conducted inspections of aircraft and associated systems by analyzing and correcting systems.

Performed technical risk assessments of aircraft designs to assist in preparing risk mitigation plans.

Monitored control panel to verify aircraft performance, and regulated engine speed according to instructions of pilot.

Performed pre-flight inspections to prepare for flight.

Executed emergency procedures to maintain passenger and cargo safety during unexpected circumstances.

Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.

Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.

Reviewed and calculated aircraft weight and balance, fuel onboard and performance charts to reduce safety risks.