Scotty Auton
Pewaukee,WI
Summary
Air traffic management professional with extensive experience at the Federal Aviation Administration. Demonstrated expertise in crisis response and operational excellence, leading teams to elevate safety standards and ensure compliance. Implemented data-driven security strategies that significantly improved event safety outcomes and fostered collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Domestic Events Network Air Traffic Security Coordinator
Federal Aviation Administration
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised security operations for prominent national events, facilitating smooth collaboration among multiple agencies.
- Established and executed maintenance and safety protocols in accordance with FAA standards, thereby improving the operational efficiency of facilities.
- Delivered training and assistance to facility management, equipping them for emergencies and challenging weather scenarios.
- Led security initiatives for national events, fostering smooth inter-agency collaboration and improving safety measures overall.
- Facilitated comprehensive training to strengthen facility management, boosting emergency preparedness and weather response.
- Executed comprehensive risk evaluations, introducing data-informed security protocols that significantly enhanced event safety results.
- Cultivated effective collaborations with various agencies, improving communication and coordinated response efforts.
- Managed security operations for notable national occasions, fostering inter-agency synergy and upgrading safety measures.
- Developed data-centric security practices based on detailed risk assessments, leading to improved safety outcomes.
- Leveraged expertise in relationship building to create fruitful collaborations with vital stakeholders, enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of air traffic security operations during domestic events.
- Utilized outstanding organizational abilities to improve the efficiency of the air traffic control system during prominent domestic events.
Air Traffic Manager
Federal Aviation Administration
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw a group of 52 experts, guaranteeing adherence to safety standards and streamlined operations at major regional events.
- Led quarterly meetings with officials from airport management, facility maintenance, local security, and contractors to address projects and seasonal needs.
- Executed facility assessments and coordinated maintenance efforts, concentrating on readiness and crisis management.
- Chief facilitator for discussions involving FAA, NATCA Union, and contractors.
- Diligently endeavored to minimize aircraft noise effects on nearby residents and businesses, achieving an efficiency rate exceeding 98% compliance.
- Guided the team in detailed yearly performance assessments, enhancing air traffic management practices and orchestrating domestic event arrangements.
- Skillfully analyzed and enforced union agreements to uphold labor relations and enhance operational efficiency as a facility manager.
- Coached and monitored multiple team members on daily activities and contingency plans.
National Traffic Management Officer
Federal Aviation Administration
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw the real-time monitoring and assessment of air traffic across facilities nationwide to facilitate prompt and precise adjustments to traffic flow.
- Continuously collaborated with stakeholders and facilities to align traffic demand with airport capacity.
- Immediate modifications to traffic demand ensured that airport operations remained within acceptable limits while minimizing unnecessary delays for airlines and other air traffic.
- Techniques were meticulously evaluated on a real-time basis to avert costly repercussions for customers.
Operations Manager, Anchorage Alaska
Federal Aviation Administration
08.1997 - 06.2018
- Oversaw operations at the most active regional airport in south central Alaska, leading a team of 20.
- Key liaison with the Municipality of Anchorage concerning all aspects of field and facility upkeep, repairs, and modernization for the airport and nearby properties.
- Overseer for all regional safety and security incidents, covering police, fire, and medical operations.
- Conducted quarterly meetings involving officials from airport operations, facility upkeep, local security, and contractor management to review projects and seasonal needs.
- Organized emergency response training and established protocols to improve preparedness for aircraft incidents and severe weather challenges.
- Oversaw schedules and operations to guarantee peak performance within the team, nurturing a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- Tasked with organizing teams to consistently assess performance through random audits.
- Guided the team in thorough semi-annual individual performance evaluations, enhancing air traffic control procedures and domestic event management.
- Directed and supervised a team tasked with educating employees on current air traffic protocols.
- Directed a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing processes, notably minimizing errors and boosting safety within domestic events air traffic management.
- Established internal coaching techniques to enhance team growth and boost efficiency.
Education
Tactical Air Traffic Controller -
United States Navy Reserve
04.2007
Air Traffic Controller -
United States Air Force
08.1997
High School Diploma - Airway Science
Watauga High School
Boone, NC06-1987
Bachelor of Science - Airway Science
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Anchorage, AKSkills
- Team Leadership
- Operational Expertise
- Crisis Response
- Crisis Management
- Security Strategy
- Awareness of situations
- Facility management
- Safety standards
- Compliance oversight
- Air Traffic Management
Military Experience
- United States Air Force, Air Traffic Controller, 04/88, 08/97, Developed swift response skills under pressure, showcasing flexibility in crisis situations and challenges., Managed teams focusing on operational excellence, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency in air traffic management.
- United States Navy Reserve, Tactical Air Traffic Controller, 04/04, 04/07, Oversee teams of air traffic controllers functioning in a tactical setting, ensuring a secure and effective transition for military planes from their support bases to operational theaters., Designed safe and efficient pathways for civilian operators navigating through both friendly and hostile airspace, prioritizing safety and efficiency in air traffic management.
Certification
- Private Pilot
- Control Tower Operator credentials
Affiliations
- KCBS Barbecue judge
Timeline
Domestic Events Network Air Traffic Security Coordinator
Federal Aviation Administration
01.2023 - 08.2024
Air Traffic Manager
Federal Aviation Administration
01.2021 - 01.2023
National Traffic Management Officer
Federal Aviation Administration
06.2018 - 01.2021
Operations Manager, Anchorage Alaska
Federal Aviation Administration
08.1997 - 06.2018
Tactical Air Traffic Controller -
United States Navy Reserve
Air Traffic Controller -
United States Air Force
High School Diploma - Airway Science
Watauga High School
Bachelor of Science - Airway Science
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
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