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Flight Platoon Sergeant (manager) resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

AVIATION PROFESSIONAL, UAS STANDARDIZATION

 I have over 11 years of experience in the aerospace/aviation field with positions ranging from UAS Operator, Instructor, Standardization Operator to Flight Operations Manager.

 Possess deep knowledge of the aviation industry including flight operations, dispatch, scheduling, trip support, flight operations requirements, and FAA Regulations/FAR’s.

 I have trained dozens of personnel in flight operations and have slashed cycle times for mission-critical operations. I am particularly strong in implementing and enforcing standard processes and procedures that improve safety, quality and effectiveness.

Highlights
  • Standardization Operator 
  • Effective team leader
  • Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Data management



  • Firearms safety training
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Intelligence gathering techniques
  • Accomplishments

    • Planned the transfer of authority in OEF, starting up a new site.
    • Designed and implemented the steps of the unit’s transfer to a new aircraft, the influx of  personnel, and the property turn in worth $37 million and accepting new property worth over $300 while operating from 20 to 80% manning.
    • Effectively improved unit readiness in a constrained financial environment through the management of training and certification requirements in regards to flight progressions, professional development, and new equipment fielding programs.
    • Balanced priorities for multiple higher commands. Influenced positive working relationships between civilian agencies, community support agencies, law enforcement.
    Experience
    Flight Platoon Sergeant (Manager), 06/2016 to Current
    Fidelity InvestmentsSeal Beach, CA,
    Provides guidance and supervision as the subject matter expert for up to 4 team leaders and 18 employees. Responsible for the maintenance of two MQ-1C Grey Eagle Aircraft and associated support equipment valued at over $14 million. Successfully supervised and provided leadership for the scheduling of flights, managing flight proficiency of my Soldiers, and troubleshooting, diagnosing malfunctions of aircraft on a daily basis• Provides guidance and supervision as the subject matter expert for up to 4 team leaders and 18 employees.
    • Responsible for the maintenance of two MQ-1C Grey Eagle Aircraft and associated support equipment valued at over $14 million.
    • Successfully supervises and provides leadership for the scheduling of flights, managing flight proficiency of my Soldiers, and troubleshooting, diagnosing malfunctions of aircraft on a daily basis.• Provides guidance and supervision as the subject matter expert for up to 4 team leaders and 18 employees.
    • Responsible for the maintenance of two MQ-1C Grey Eagle Aircraft and associated support equipment valued at over $14 million.
    • Successfully supervises and provides leadership for the scheduling of flights, managing flight proficiency of my Soldiers, and troubleshooting, diagnosing malfunctions of aircraft on a daily basis.
    Senior Operations And Personnel Supervisor (First Sergeant), 01/2015 to 11/2015
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    Supervised the training, development, implementation and combat readiness of 165 personnel across 2 continents. Led and managed maintenance and mission execution for unmanned aircraft systems. Conducted split based operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Provided complex coordination with multiple agencies for administrative mission coordination and medical support in adverse environments. Operated independently as a tenant Senior Supervisor in remote locations with 100% mission/task success.
    • Planned the transfer of authority in OEF, starting up a new site.
    • Designed and implemented the steps of the unit’s transfer to a new aircraft, the influx of  personnel, and the property turn in worth $37 million and accepting new property worth over $300 while operating from 20 to 80% manning.
    • Effectively improved unit readiness in a constrained financial environment through the management of training and certification requirements in regards to flight progressions, professional development, and new equipment fielding programs.
    • Balanced priorities for multiple higher commands. Influenced positive working relationships between civilian agencies, community support agencies, law enforcement.
    S6 Section Chief (Manager Of IT), 11/2013 to 01/2015
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    • Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander on all communications matters and provides communications support training to 8 assigned personnel equipped with over $5 million worth of complex communications systems.
    • Served as the Information Assurance Security Officer (IASO) for a 260 person organization; handled all information assurance violations and incidents that arose in a timely manner.
    • Supervises and integrates the installation, operation and maintenance of battlefield automated systems, telecommunications systems, and local area networks, wide area networks, routers, and support electronic equipment.
    • Proficient with multiple communications platforms on both non-secure and secure systems which range from 4 users to 100 users.
    • Resourced system development equipment for teams which streamlined mobility by utilizing 3G and 4G cell phone signals to gain network access
    • Supervises, installs, maintains and troubleshoots Signal support systems and terminal devices, to include radio, wire and automated systems.
    • Planned and executed multiple training events which established 3 operations centers with 100% network connectivity
    • Communications Security, Control distribution and accountability of cryptographic keys and 5 high sensitive devices
    • Acquired state of the art commercial off the shelf equipment to train and support operators.
    • Established and integrated high performance waveform into Battalion's Mission Readiness Exercises.
    Standardization Operator, 04/2012 to 04/2013
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    Standardization Instructor Operator training and evaluating soldiers on the MQ-5B Hunter Unmanned Aircraft Systems during State training periods and while deployed to Afghanistan multiple times. Advisor to Company Commander on all UAS related issues, managed the Commander's Aircrew Training Program, managed Flight and Training Records for all Air and Ground Crew Members, scheduled Annual Academic Training and Annual Flight Examinations and integrated new soldiers into the Commander's Aircrew Training Program (RL Progression).
    Platoon Sergeant/ Instructor (Manager), 04/2009 to 04/2012
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    Served as the Platoon Sergeant for a MQ-5B Hunter Unmanned Aerial System Platoon; responsible for the training, discipline, safety, morale, and welfare of 22 Soldiers and the professional development of 8 NCOs; supervises and coordinates platoon operations; applies military intelligence process and surveillance planning to UAS operations; coordinates shift operations for the platoon; executes policies and standards pertaining to the UAS platoon performance and operations; responsible for maintaining accountability and serviceability of all UAS equipment in excess of $20 Million.
    Squad Leader, 07/2005 to 04/2009
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    Served as a Squad Leader for a MQ-5B Hunter Unmanned Aerial System Platoon; responsible for the training, discipline, safety, morale, and welfare of 8 Soldiers and the professional development of 2 NCOs; supervises and coordinates squad operations; applies military intelligence process and surveillance planning to UAS operations; coordinates shift operations for the squad.
    Bradley Commander, 04/2004 to 07/2005
    US Army, STATE,
    Maintained accountability of up to 2.5 million dollars worth of equipment, BII and communications platforms onboard the vehicle; trains and mentors the Bradley driver, and gunner, responsible for his equipment and well-being; operates the 25 MM cannon and the 7.62 coax machine gun during combat patrol, and monitors communications traffic between other vehicles and ground units.
    Instructor/Writer, 01/2002 to 04/2004
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    •Responsible for coordinating and maintaining accountability of 20 students per instruction cycle to ensure no missed Program of Instruction (POI) time.
    •In charge of the operation and coordination of the Bradley Linebacker, and Avenger Weapons System Qualification courses.
    •Coordinated the development and revision of two POI's incorporating 9 lesson plans covering an eight week period of instruction.
    •Trained Soldiers in basic radio communications, digitial communicaitons, Armor Vehicle Recognition, Aircraft Recognition, Maintanence procedures, and COMSEC requirements.
    Avenger Team Chief, 02/1999 to 2002
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    Responsible for one AN/TWQ-1 Avenger Missile system, BII and communications platforms onboard the vehicle
    trained and mentored the Avenger gunner, responsible for his equipment and well-being.
    operated the Stinger Missile System and the .50 Caliber machine gun during combat patrol, and monitors communications traffic between other vehicles and ground units.
    • Responsible for one AN/TWQ-1 Avenger Missile system, BII and communications platforms onboard the vehicle.
    • Trained and mentored the Avenger gunner, responsible for his equipment and well-being.
    • Operated the Stinger Missile System and the .50 Caliber machine gun during combat patrol, and monitors communications traffic between other vehicles and ground units.
    Avenger Gunner, 10/1996 to 02/1999
    US ArmyCity, STATE,
    • Responsible for one AN/TWQ-1 Avenger Missile system, BII and communications platforms onboard the vehicle.
    • Operated the Stinger Missile System and the .50 Caliber machine gun during combat patrol, and monitors communications traffic between other vehicles and ground units.
    Education
    : , Expected in 2016
    MQ-1C Qualification - Fort Huachuca, AZ
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2015
    Senior Supervior Course - Fort Stewar, GA
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2013
    Security - Hunter Army Airfield, GA
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2011
    Senior-level Leadership, Techmical and Management Development Course - Fort Rucker, AL
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2011
    Combat Lifesavers Course - Hohenfels, GE
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2009
    Unit Drug and Alcohol Testing Course - Hohenfels, GE
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2008
    UAS Instructor Operator Course - Fort Huachuca, AZ
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2008
    Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course - Fort Huachuca, AZ
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2006
    Advanced Skills Course (Hunter Unmanned Aerial System) - Fort Huachuca, AZ
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2002
    Total Army Instructor Training Course - Fort Bliss, TX
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 2001
    Basic Leadership Development Course - Grafenwoehr, GE
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 1996
    Advanced Skills Course (Air Defense Artillery) - Fort Bliss, TX
    GPA:
    : , Expected in 1993
    1993 Basic Skills Course - Fort McClellon, AL
    GPA:

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    Resume Overview

    School Attended

    • MQ-1C Qualification
    • Senior Supervior Course
    • Security
    • Senior-level Leadership, Techmical and Management Development Course
    • Combat Lifesavers Course
    • Unit Drug and Alcohol Testing Course
    • UAS Instructor Operator Course
    • Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course
    • Advanced Skills Course (Hunter Unmanned Aerial System)
    • Total Army Instructor Training Course
    • Basic Leadership Development Course
    • Advanced Skills Course (Air Defense Artillery)
    • 1993 Basic Skills Course

    Job Titles Held:

    • Flight Platoon Sergeant (Manager)
    • Senior Operations And Personnel Supervisor (First Sergeant)
    • S6 Section Chief (Manager Of IT)
    • Standardization Operator
    • Platoon Sergeant/ Instructor (Manager)
    • Squad Leader
    • Bradley Commander
    • Instructor/Writer
    • Avenger Team Chief
    • Avenger Gunner

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