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Huntsville, AL, US

Arlington, VA, US

• Applying principles of human capabilities and constraints (physiology, cognition, perception, ergonomics) and knowledge of the user and their environments to assist in the development, testing, and evaluation of.
• Utilizing human engineering tools and methods (task and workload analysis, digital human modeling, simulation and prototyping, usability evaluation) to assist in the development, testing, and evaluation of user.
• Identifying human engineering design issues and developing solutions as a user advocate to ensure human engineering requirements are met by the design.
• Applying knowledge of the human engineering design process, its elements, and its relationship to the product lifecycle to effectively analyze product design.
• Providing detailed 3D human modeling utilizing IVT and CATIA for the B-52J Commercial Engine Replacement Program.
• Human Factors team member for 777-9 and 787 Flight Deck Crew Operations System Functional Hazard Assessments.

Washington, D.C., US

Washington, D.C., US

Washington, D.C., US

• 325th Aerospace Medicine Squadron
• Led the operations, training, and maintenance of Air Combat Command’s premier Aerospace and Operational Physiology program and its specialized aircrew training equipment valued at $7.7 million.
• Supervised 14 personnel supporting the F-22 pilot training program and the Air Battle Manager training program.
• Provided training to DoD military and civilian aircrew and special operations parachutists within the southeastern region of CONUS.

Washington, D.C., US

Duties were the same as stated above.

Washington, D.C., US

• HQ Air National Guard
• Responsible for mishap prevention and Human Factors/Human Performance related initiatives in Aviation, Ground, and Weapons Safety.
• Developed guidance and provided expertise for command Risk Management programs.
• Identified Human Factors and Human Performance issues present during Aviation, Ground, and Weapons mishaps and developed mitigation recommendations.
• Coordinated with the Air Force Safety Center, MAJCOMs, and other DoD agencies to identify, correct, and implement solutions to critical safety issues.
• Conducted staff assistance and compliance oversight visits to subordinate units.

Washington, D.C., US

• HQ Air Force District of Washington (AFDW)
• Developed, implemented, and managed all AFDW flight mishap prevention programs designed to preserve combat capability.
• Emphasized and facilitated Operational Risk Management (ORM) integration throughout the command.
• Advised AFDW staff on flight safety issues.
• Provided guidance and oversight to all AFDW units to enhance command-wide safety programs.

Washington, D.C., US

• 779th Aerospace Medicine Squadron
• Directed training, operations, and maintenance of multifaceted Aerospace and Operational Physiology (AOP) program.
• Supervised approximately 20 personnel and managed over 200 courses providing training for over 2,000 aircrew and special operators annually.
• Provided one-on-one training to members of the DoD, Congress, other federal agencies, and news media.
• Managed a $70,000+ operating budget and equipment worth $1.5M.
• Oversaw the High Altitude Airdrop Mission Support and AOP Team Training programs ensuring all operational needs were met effectively and safely.

Washington, D.C., US

779th Aerospace Medicine SquadronDuties were the same as stated above.

Washington, D.C., US

• Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Human Effectiveness Directorate
• Represented the Air Force in a joint Air Force - Navy program for emerging science and technology.
• AFRL's point of contact to the USAF Surgeon General and USAF Safety Center on decreasing the number of SD mishaps.
• Served as the SME for SD mishaps and investigated/identified emerging science and technology to reduce those mishaps.
• Ensured cost/schedule/performance milestones were met for the $10M program.
• Provided instruction to aircrew to optimize aircrew SD safety and performance.

Washington, D.C., US

• 3rd Aerospace Medicine Squadron
• Served as Aerospace Physiology Human Performance Training Team officer, Aeromedical Safety Officer, and Aeromedical Life Support consultant.
• Promoted human performance enhancement and medical force protection. Instructed aircrew and non-flying war fighters on the physiological stresses and human factors as they relate to flying and combat readiness.
• Developed guidance for day and night scheduling operations and counter-fatigue measures to maximize performance and safety.
• Served as human factors consultant for mishap investigations.
• Served as the Crew Resource Management evaluator for the Alaska Command’s Exercise Evaluation Team.

Washington, D.C., US

• Managed Aerospace Physiology Training Flight Standardization and Evaluation section and personnel.
• Was responsible for the self-inspection, suspense, and student evaluation programs.
• Ensured the curriculum used by instructors was in compliance with the standard established by Air Force Instruction 11-403.
• Primary instructor for all Aerospace Physiology courses directed by the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program.
• Accomplished research and special projects in human performance, aerospace physiology, and life support equipment.

Washington, D.C., US

• 91st Air Refueling Squadron
• Maintained in-flight refueling qualifications and constant readiness for short-notice, worldwide, all-weather, emergency war order execution and operational deployments.
• Maintained readiness to stand ground alert in support of the unit’s Single Integrated Operational Plan which involved the air refueling of strategic nuclear bombers.
• Flew intercontinental missions to provide air refueling, cargo deployment, and personnel support as directed by the National Command Authority.
• Responsible for aircraft system operation, computation of aircraft weight and balance data, in-flight air refueling, cargo loading and placement, and supervision of passengers.

Washington, D.C., US

• Basic Military Training, Lackland AFB, TX
• Enlisted Aircrew Undergraduate Course, Sheppard AFB, TX
• Water Survival Training Course, Fairchild AFB, WA
• Combat Survival Training Course, Fairchild AFB, WA
• Initial Crew Resource Management Course, Altus AFB, OK
• Initial In-Flight Refueling Operator Course (KC-135), Altus AFB, OK.

Daytona Beach, Florida, US

• Served as Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science to instruct the ERAU’s undergraduate curriculum.
• Regional manager of ERAU’s high school dual-enrollment programs for the Aerospace Career Academy (ACA).
• Teamed with local academic institutions to expand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs.
• Responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting Aeronautical Science professors and their classes for the ERAU's ACA.

• Presented and reinforced patient education/safety while assisting medical staff in preparation for hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
• Performed duties and procedures as directed by the Program Director and/or Safety Director as appropriate for the facility.
• Was responsible for the preparation then the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems.

Masters Of Aeronautical Science, Concentrations In Human Factors In Aviation Systems And Safety Systems

As, Aircrew Operations

Bachelor Of Science, Aerospace Studies

High School Diploma