C-17 check pilot for 93 pilots assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing; advised wing and operations group commanders on the quality of the pilot force; validated all pilot training programs; ensured proper crew composition for safely executing highly complex, worldwide C-17 missions. Responsible for operations of 147 combat-ready crewmembers and oversees safe, efficient use of $2.8B in aircraft assets. Ensures pollcies/procedures compliance through long-range planning, coordinates with maintenance, aerial port and civilian training contractors.

Trained and evaluated Multi-National crewmembers in the safe operation of the C- 17. Operated the C-17 world-wide in support of 12 member nations' objectives. Developed airdrop malfunction and safety procedures. Developed electronic flight bag program, improving efficiencies across airlift fleet.

In charge of the welfare of 40 personnel and safe execution of over 500 sorties from an austere location supporting OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM. Commanded 15 combat airdrops and emergency resupply airdrop. Conducted pilot evaluations ensuring safe and effective operations.

Responsible for all multi-agency Joint Task Force-Bravo operations; planned and executed 290+ Joint/multi-national operations w/7-nation Joint Operations Area. Supported the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff & US Southern Command Counter-Narco Terrorism (CNT) and Foreign Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief. Led 35 Army, Navy, AF personnel; 24-hr Joint Operations Center, Current Operations, Plans, Engineering, CNT; managed Joint Manning Document & $104K budget

1 of only 19 C-17A Special Operations Instructor Aircraft Commanders in the AF, Joint clandestine infiltration and exfiltration expert. Responsible for training and tactical proficiency oversight of over 1100 active duty and reserve C-17 crewmembers. Researched, developed and maintained mission planning systems, procedures, policies and tactical training programs. Advised Higher HQ, 437 Airlift Wing and 437 Operations Group Commanders on all issues regarding C-17 tactics and combat operations. Significant additional duties: Flight Commander, Assistant Flight Commander, Assistant Chief of Training, Special Operations Planner, Standardization and Evaluation Liaison Officer.

Responsible for initial training of loadmaster crew members on the safe planning and execution of worldwide C-130 special operations, airdrop, and airland missions.

Responsible for training other loadmaster crew members on the safe planning and execution of worldwide C-130 special operations, airdrop, and airland missions.