Provided support as an internal pilot for UAS ranging in size from 30-300lb, running on Cloud Cap Piccolo autopilot. Provided ISR and threat replicator support to military units for training at multiple training centers.Interfaced directly with military customers to provide guidance, actionable intel, and manage customer expectations.Traveled to remote locations to provide target support for military customers. Coordinated airspace with multiple aerial assets both manned and unmanned via radio communications. Assisted with Counter UAS tactics development, while working with multiple organizations and companies.Learned to recognized signs of Counter UAS Technology being used against aircraft in flight. Received hands on External Pilot training with Griffon G1 and G2 aircraft. Performed all parts of aircraft production ranging from fiberglass layup to electronics and propulsion module integration and control surface fit and trim.

Deployed overseas in support of Silver Fox UAS to perform all flight operations related duties.Interfaced directly and via text with multiple military customers and provided OJT to new crew members while Site Lead. Required to send weekly logs, status updates, and reports to management for discussion in weekly Telecon meetings. Required to manage personnel, equipment, and inventory while also making judgement calls on weather, flight safety, and operational support capabilities.

Deployed in support of Silver Fox Operations for military customers of both conventional and non-conventional forces. Flew and maintained over $10mil in equipment, aircraft, and payloads. Served as AVO, MPO, Maintainer, Mission Commander, Crew Chief, and received OJT in Electronic Warfare Operations. Led a 7-man team through a successful site re-location which required: networking with existing infrastructure for optimized productivity and customer satisfaction while minimizing impact on mission. Trained incoming personnel in the use of equipment, software, and the required system wide maintenance, while maintaining existing op tempo. Oversaw safe flight operations of U.S. Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) equipment, while fulfilling the role of Safety Observer.

*Transfered to new company due to company going out of business*Received training and certifications in operations and maintenance of Scan Eagle Unmanned Systems.Multiple Deployments to Afghanistan on both Scan Eagle and Silver Fox systems.Launched, recovered, and maintained Scan Eagle AC, logging 800+ hours of dual AO/PO in successful support of multinational combat operations, for both conventional and special operation forces with various payloads.Conducted CIED, route recon, convoy and target over watch, target development and assisted with creation of Pattern of Life documentation.Conducted mission planning and execution to customer's specification.Assisting in keeping a running inventory parts, aircraft, and damaged equipment.Oversaw the relocation of GSE as needed by customer to improve mission range.Assisted in the tear down and relocation of entire site.Stood up a new site with 3 other personnel and Marine logistical support in under 4 days, well ahead of time frame allotted,far exceeding customers expectations.

*Role eliminated due to company wide lay-off*Performed all aspects of operations for Silver Fox B, C, and D model system to include: mission planning, assembly, inspection, pre-flight, launch, flight, recovery, post flight, and dis-assembly. Conducted test flights with engineers while developing new systems. Operated associated ground equipment, performed aircraft and equipment maintenance. Worked with engineers as test pilot while developing new aircraft model. Received minor External Plot training with RC aircraft and simulator. Responsible for acquisition of supplies and equipment for daily operation and deployment teams, valued at over $100k. Communicated with vendors, while creating and maintaining a database of all flight team equipment and supplies. Responsible for outfitting deployment team members with supplies, clothing, and miscellaneous equipment from both local and online vendors

Supervised a 3 member team of UAV Operators providing aerial reconnaissance, intelligence, and target acquisition for the US Military.Accountable for ground control station, radio equipment and miscellaneous military equipment valued at over $1.5mil.Conducted hands on training on inventory layouts and safety training over 3 personnel.Participated in flight simulator training to maintain flight currency.Provided support for Field Training Exercises to include transportation of equipment, personnel, and weapons.

Part of a 50 member UAV team providing 36 hours of coverage daily for the U.S.Military.Launched and recovered unmanned aircraft for local and forward site operations.Accountable for One System GCS and associated equipment as well as the aircraft valued at over $3.5mil.Conducted pre-flight inspections of aircraft and equipment, planned and conducted security, reconnaissance, and surveillance for the U.S.Army.Provided aerial surveillance for search and rescue operations, route reconnaissance, threat analysis, target development, as well as pedestrian and vehicular traffic monitoring.Maintained constant radio communications on multiple channels for airspace management, ground operations control, direct instruction from command, and target handover/walk-on procedures with multiple aerial and ground units.Logged over 860 combat flight hours as both Air Vehicle Operator and Mission Payload Operator combined.

Part of a 50 member UAV Team training for deployment to Iraq.Conducted flight and simulator training to support the military in Field Training Exercises and deployment.Assembled, launched, flew, and operated on-board surveillance equipment.Pulled security and was accountable for equipment valued at over 7 million dollars.Conducted 100 percent supply inventories and space management.

Part of a 6 member team planning and record keeping for a company of over 90 personnel. Created training schedules, scheduled training, maintained and updated personnel records. Supervised a mail room including key control, mailbox issuing, and collection/distribution of packages and letter mail. Worked predominately with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Operated office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.

Participated in UAS training for the Shadow 200 RQ7B and ONE System Shelter by the U.S.Army.Received training in leadership, teamwork, communication, and physical fitness.Received advanced training in map reading, visual analysis, UAV flight crew operations, as well as FAA Private Pilot Written exam

Worked on a team fabricating and installing sheet metal roofing, gutters, paneling, and other sheet metal products.Welded and soldered seams and joints together.Maintained equipment, making repairs and modifications when necessary.