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Experienced Air Operations and Air Traffic Control Management professional with over two decades of expertise in military and civilian aviation environments. Possessing an active Secret Security Clearance (exp. 2028), I bring a unique blend of operational leadership, strategic training oversight, and regulatory compliance expertise. My career is defined by a strong record of fostering cohesive teams, developing innovative training programs, and optimizing airfield operations for maximum efficiency and safety.Key career milestones include:Air Traffic Control Facility Officer at Isa Airbase, Bahrain: Spearheaded updates to the Air Operations Manual, enhancing safety protocols and integrating modern procedures for UAVs and munitions handling. Oversaw seamless coordination between U.S. Military and Royal Bahrain Air Force, leading to the successful management of high-density air control zones.Training/Radar Branch Manager at Fleet Area Control & Surveillance Facility, Jacksonville: Led a 45-member team through a comprehensive training overhaul that reduced qualification timelines by 45% and boosted the number of certified controllers by 35%. Managed over 148,000 annual flight operations without incident, showcasing exceptional regulatory and operational proficiency.Assistant Air Traffic Control Facility Officer at Naval Air Station Jacksonville: Directed 70,000 annual flight operations and implemented scenario-based training systems that reduced training timelines by 35%. Played a key role in certifying new FAA-approved instrument approaches post-runway renovation.My professional toolkit includes FAA certifications as a Control Tower Operator and Facility Rated Radar Controller, complemented by an AAAE ACE Operations Certification. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Management with a concentration in Human Resources from American Military University.I am passionate about leveraging my extensive operational experience to mentor teams, refine air traffic control processes, and drive strategic growth in air operations management. Always eager to embrace new challenges, I remain committed to advancing safety, efficiency, and excellence in every mission.

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