Timothy Johnston
Saint Johns,FL
Summary
Flight Instructor, Aircraft owner, and Naval Flight Officer with a documented history of leadership in aviation and defense operations spanning the globe. Highly skilled in program management, unmanned aerial systems employment, commercial piloting, flight instruction, and FAA regulations. My current role is Department Head at Unmanned Squadron VUP-19 at NAS Jacksonville, FL.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace with a concentration in Professional Piloting from MTSU class of 2013.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certificated Flight Instructor
Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
- Improving student pilot performance by implementing innovative training techniques and personalized lesson plans.
- 100% Safety Record
- Currently pursuing CFII and MEI ratings.
- 365 TT
- 261 PIC
- 19.4 Tail Wheel
- 23.9 Multi Engine
- 7.3 Dual Given
- Actively maintaining records and maintenance of 1981 Rutan Varieze Experimental Aircraft.
Naval Flight Officer
United States Navy
06.2013 - Current
- Mission Commander and Instructor Tactical Coordinator in P-3C, P-8A, and MQ-4C aircraft.
- Leader of multiple combat aircrews with over 1500 hours of ISR and ASW missions.
- Trained over 75 subordinates to qualification as Co-Tactical Coordinator, Tactical Coordinator, Mission Commander, and Instructor Tactical Coordinator in various aircraft platforms.
- Air Vehicle Operator and Mission Commander of MQ-27B Scaneagle and RQ-21 Blackjack UAS.
- Detachment Officer in Charge with over $200 Million worth of Unmanned Systems and 20 personnel throughout the PACOM AOR.
- Department Head of the Navy's first unmanned Squadron.
- TS/SCI clearance.
Student
Middle Tennessee State University
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Earned BS Aerospace with concentration in Professional Piloting.
- Earned Commercial/Multi-Engine Pilot's license #3623974
- Completed the entire 4-year degree program with 3.8 GPA in exactly 3 years.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
03.2006 - 03.2010
- Trained, supervised, and organized team of 15 Marines and personnel of Consumable Management Division of MALS-31.
- Managed over $110 Million worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Professional Pilot
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2013
High School Diploma -
Fayette Academy
Somerville05.2002
Skills
- Certificated Flight Instructor
- Commercial/ Multi-Engine pilot
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator (MQ27/RQ21 Aircraft)
- Instructor Tactical Coordinator (P3/P8/MQ4C Aircraft)
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
Certification
- Commercial/Multi-Engine Pilot License #3623974
- Certificated Flight Instructor #3623974
- Part 107 Remote Pilot License #4417373
Timeline
Certificated Flight Instructor
Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
Naval Flight Officer
United States Navy
06.2013 - Current
Student
Middle Tennessee State University
05.2010 - 05.2013
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
03.2006 - 03.2010
MBA - Business Administration
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Professional Pilot
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Fayette Academy
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