Tylon Herring
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Adept UAS Operator with a proven track record at the US Army, enhancing operational efficiency and mission success through expert flight planning and exceptional real-time decision-making. Mastered advanced navigation and communication, significantly contributing to the development of new procedures and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. Demonstrates extreme diligence ensuring effective and safe utilization of over $20 million in equipment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
UAS Operator
US Army
09.2019 - 09.2025
- Increased operational efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with UAS systems.
- Provided valuable input during mission planning process on equipment capabilities to ensure UAS was used to maximum effectiveness.
- Participated in semi-annual and annual extensive training programs to continuously improve skills as a professional UAS Operator.
- Adhered strictly to federal aviation guidelines while operating unmanned aircraft systems within designated Local, National, and International airspace zones.
- Achieved accurate data collection with thorough payload planning and sensor operation during UAS missions.
- Provided real-time intelligence to support units by operating advanced sensors and cameras on board the UAS platforms.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for the safe integration of manned and unmanned aircraft within shared airspace.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete mission essential taskings.
- Collaborated closely with other team members to plan, coordinate, and execute complex aerial survey missions.
- Facilitated effective communication between ground control stations and remote pilots for successful mission execution.
- Utilized specialized software tools for mission planning, navigation, and data analysis to optimize outcomes effectively.
- Assisted in the development of new UAS procedures, streamlining processes and enhancing overall performance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Enhanced mission success by conducting pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks on UAS systems.
- Maintained detailed records of all flight operations, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments before each flight operation to minimize potential hazards during missions.
- Memorized Army Aviation regulations and led training for company personnel.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Advanced to an Aircraft Commander. Who is a first line trainer and Is solely trusted with the safety function and implementation of over $20,000,000 worth of equipment as a daily task.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boerne Highschool
Boerne, TX05-2019
Skills
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Flight Planning Expertise
- Advanced Navigation Skills
- Real-Time Decision Making
- Telemetry Data Interpretation
- Weather Analysis Abilities
- FAA Regulations Compliance
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Radar Sensor Utilization
- Radio Frequency Understanding
- Thermal Imaging Applications
- Fixed-wing UAS Operation
Accomplishments
- Achieved over 500 accident free flight hours.
- Over 200 accident free combat flight hours as a Pilot-in-Command/Aircraft Commander
- Made and presented risk assessments in Excel for every flight
- Maintained FAA Class 4 flight physical concurrently for duration of career
- Maintained DoD requirements and stayed Fully Mission Capable for duration of service.
Timeline
UAS Operator
US Army
09.2019 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Boerne Highschool
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