Scott Olson
Simulator Qualifications Manager / FAA Coordinator
Hampton,GA
Summary
Successful background in managing and collaborating with personnel in the flight simulation industries. Maintain an excellent working relationship with the FAA National Simulator Program (NSP) Personnel, and Simulator Technical Issues Group (STIG) working groups. Working knowledge of FAA regulations regarding flight simulation training devices (14 CFR Part 60) Solid leadership, crisis management, communication, interpersonal and training skills. Work well individually and in collaborative environments. Managed over 20 direct reports. Superb troubleshooting, problem analysis, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager Simulator Qualifications/FAA Coordinator
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
12.2020 - Current
- Responsible for Regulatory Compliance of all flight training devices, including objective and subjective testing/evaluation, communication, record keeping, and reporting necessary for establishing and maintaining training device qualifications as per Delta policy and regulatory requirements
- Develop schedules and participate in training device regulatory recurrent evaluations and internal mid-year fly-outs
- Coordinate resolution of discrepancies and/or non-qualified tasks
- Update and submit required NSP T001A and T002 forms to FAA
- Stay current with information related to flight training device regulations and standards and assist in implementing it in operation
Supervisor Simulator Support
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Managed Delta's Automated Tool Inventory Control and Tracking System program for Simulator Support department and ensured that all tools and test equipment met FAA regulations
- Coordinated and provided direction of all maintenance functions on Flight Training Devices with goal to maintain or increase high levels of reliability, functionality, and fidelity
- Coordinated and monitored Flight Simulator Technician staffing/scheduling and assured accuracy of time and attendance payroll records
- Identified Simulator performance issues and trends, implement corrective actions and processes to improve results
- Developed proficiency and expertise of technical staff, by planning and organizing 5700 training hours on average each year
Simulator Support Technician
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, Georgia
12.2006 - 01.2015
- Diagnosed and troubleshot wide range of problems in electronics, computers, computer networks, hydraulics, visual, pneumatics, and mechanical systems
- Performed periodic maintenance and diagnostics on computer and peripheral equipment
- Operated and maintained electronic test equipment
- Maintained thorough knowledge of Aircraft systems and their operation
- Practiced safety conscious behaviors in all processes and procedures.
- Helped in achieving departments 99.5% reliability goal each year
Simulator Engineer
Continental Airlines
Houston, TX
06.2000 - 12.2006
- Diagnosed and troubleshot electronic circuits, computers, computer networks, visual generation/display systems, hydraulic systems, input/output systems, pneumatics, mechanical, and flight instrumentation
- Conducted maintenance support, and operated simulators, trainers, computers, networks, and visual systems
- Completed FAA (QTG) Quarterly Test Guide on quarterly basis
- Utilized ability to read and interpret electronic/electrical drawings, schematics, and logic diagrams to troubleshoot circuits to component level
- Acquired experience in operation of electronic test equipment to identify and correct malfunctioning systems
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Mayville State University
Mayville, ND 01.2018 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Simulator Maintenance Technology
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND 08.1999 - 05.2000
Skills
Documentation and Control
Time Management
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Detail Oriented
Problem Solving
Leadership Skills
Staff Management
Business Administration
Payroll and budgeting
Performance improvement
Scheduling
Timeline
Manager Simulator Qualifications/FAA Coordinator
Delta Air Lines, Inc
12.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Mayville State University
01.2018 - 05.2021
Supervisor Simulator Support
Delta Air Lines, Inc
01.2015 - 12.2020
Simulator Support Technician
Delta Air Lines, Inc
12.2006 - 01.2015
Simulator Engineer
Continental Airlines
06.2000 - 12.2006
Associate of Science - Simulator Maintenance Technology
Lake Region State College
08.1999 - 05.2000