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Steven Elikan

Steven Elikan

Palmdale,California

Summary

Dynamic leader with a robust career at the Los Angeles Air Route Control Center, showcasing unparalleled attention to detail and relationship-building prowess. Excelled in a groundbreaking airspace redesign, significantly enhancing Southern California's efficiency. Expert in complex problem-solving and staff management, with a history of fostering safety and operational excellence. Seasoned professional with vast experience in management roles. Proven record of success in leading and developing teams to exceed goals and objectives. Skilled in streamlining operations, increasing profitability and driving employee engagement. Exceptional problem-solving ability and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Dedicated educator with strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to evolving educational needs. Equipped with expertise in instructional strategies, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and supporting student success.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructor 2

INDEV
04.2025 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.

Supervisor Traffic Management (STMC)

Los Angeles Air Route Control Center
09.2003 - 03.2024
  • I worked my way up from controller to supervisor, starting and finishing my whole career at ZLA
  • In 2008, I applied for and was accepted in the FAA Program for Emerging Leaders (PEL)
  • Though PEL, I learned to work with all the different departments of the FAA
  • Applied for and was hired as a supervisor at ZLA (2010)
  • As a supervisor, I was selected to represent my area in a total airspace redesign of Southern California
  • This involved major collaboration between ZLA, Southern California TRACON (SOCAL) and most of the terminal facilities
  • We accomplished a major redesign of all the arrivals and departures in the Southern California area, in order to increase efficiency and reduce complexity
  • Saving the airlines millions of dollars, and reducing overall delays
  • In (2016) I was selected as a STMC at ZLA in the Traffic Management Unit (TMU)
  • As a STMC, I coordinated with the Airlines, Command Center, ZLA areas, and surrounding facilities to maintain safety and efficiency
  • Maintained safety, during high volume periods, staffing shortages, airspace constraints caused by military airspace activity and extreme weather conditions (Thunderstorms)
  • This is a federal job
  • Salary: $250,000.00 USD
  • Supervisor: Dianna Hulsey (661-265-8231)
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Air Traffic Control Manager

Midwest ATC inc
12.1995 - 09.2003
  • My duties as Manager at Joplin Regional Airport (JLN), Joplin Mo
  • Ensured that a safe, expeditious, orderly flow of traffic is maintained by all air traffic personnel at JLN FCT
  • This is accomplished through training, leadership, guidance, and quality assurance
  • Other duties include, organizing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and airport users on all issues related to airspace and runway safety
  • A few of my administrative tasks were to maintain and update all air traffic orders and training within the facility in order to stay informed and current with the constantly changing National Airspace System, and to meet or exceed the requirements of air traffic evaluations
  • While at JLN FCT, I have received two letters of appreciation for alerting and initiating the appropriate course of action to prevent the loss of lives and property
  • Salary: $46,000.00 USD
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Supervisor: John Calvin (913-787-7082)
  • Okay to contact this supervisor: Yes

Air Traffic Controller

United States Air Force
11.1989 - 12.1994
  • Successfully completed basic training and Air Traffic Tech School
  • Assigned to Homestead AFB, FL where I certified at Homestead ATCT
  • Hurricane Andrew destroyed Homestead AFB, and I was reassigned to Randolph AFB, where I certified at, Randolph ATCT (RND) and Hangover ATCT (HNG)
  • Graduated from Airman's Leadership School as an honor grad
  • Salary: $20,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Grade: E-4
  • Supervisor: SSGT Bill Lince (512-945-0762)
  • Okay to contact this supervisor: Yes

Education

Associate's Degree - Airway Science

Community College of the Air Force
10.1993

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Staff management
  • Decision-making
  • Goal oriented
  • Relationship building
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Strong communication skills
  • Public speaking
  • Class instruction
  • Lesson planning

Certification

  • Airman's Leadership School, 1993, Air Force
  • Program for Emerging Leaders, 2009, FAA

ADDITIONALINFORMATION - SUMMARY

I bring to the table 35 years of Air Traffic Control experience and 18 years of management experience. I have 14 years of Tower experience and numerous CTOs, with the last one being from JLN FCT. I also have the ability to collaborate with several entities within the aviation industry.

Timeline

Instructor 2

INDEV
04.2025 - Current

Supervisor Traffic Management (STMC)

Los Angeles Air Route Control Center
09.2003 - 03.2024

Air Traffic Control Manager

Midwest ATC inc
12.1995 - 09.2003

Air Traffic Controller

United States Air Force
11.1989 - 12.1994

Associate's Degree - Airway Science

Community College of the Air Force

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