Adaptable and ambitious leader with 20 years of experience as a leader, manager, pilot, instructor, and tactician. Military-trained professional pilot. A people-focused manager who consistently strives for excellence, thrives in challenging situations, and unites teams towards a common goal. I love teaching, leading, and collaborating; am dedicated to setting and aligning strategy; and driven towards successful results through action, critical thinking, data analysis, problem-solving, decision making, and process improvement. My teams thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments.My formal education includes: - Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) from Naval Postgraduate School- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from University of Virginia - Clearance: TS-SCI- Qualified as an Airline Transport Pilot – AMEL and Rotorcraft-Helicopter- Previous Military Training includes Leadership, Maintenance, Operations, Training, and Safety expertise. A qualified Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) SeaWolf/"Top Gun", Fleet Replenishment Squadron (FRS) Instructor, Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Subject Matter Expert, Check/Evaluator Instructor Pilot, Crew Resource Management (CRM) Instructor. Commercial airplane pilot.
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First OfficerSkywest Airlines Nov 2023 - PresentSt George, Ut, UsAided the Captain in all flight-related duties ensuring compliance with all standard operating procedures. Continually worked with the entire flight crew to provide an outstanding experience for the customers while keeping their safety at the forefront. Gained valuable experience operating at some of the busiest airports in the US, international airports, and RVSM airspace. -
Executive Officer, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Four One (Hsm-41)Us Navy Dec 2020 - Oct 2023Washington, Dc, Us@ Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron FOUR ONE (HSM-41)- Led a Fleet Replacement Squadron consisting of 900 Officers, Enlisted, Civilians, and Contractors in the annual training of 150 pilots and aircrewmen.- Guided a diverse military/civilian team in the maintenance and management of 52 MH-60R helicopter valued at over $2B.- Guided the efforts of 50 civilians and active duty personnel in the establishment of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) detachment executing a $2.1 B contact providing flight training to the Indian Navy.- Qualification as NATOPS & Instrument check pilot, Weapons & Tactics Instructor, and CRM facilitator.Awarded Meritorious Service Medal. -
Anti-Submarine Warfare Trainer - Undersea Warfighting Development Center (Uwdc)Us Navy Nov 2017 - Dec 2020Washington, Dc, Us@ Undersea Warfighting Development Center (UWDC)- Led a 30-person military/civilian team in the planning and execution of anti-submarine warfare (ASW) training and assessment for deploying carrier strike groups. Training included classroom instruction, Fleet Synthetic Trainer (FST) events, and at-sea event with live submarines.- Supervisor for 4 Government Service (GS) employees.- Developed Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) simulator training events connecting dissimilar type aircraft and surface platforms in a disaggregated training environment.- Qualification as MH-60R Seahawk Weapons & Tactics Instructor.- Awarded Meritorious Service Medal.
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Maintenance Officer; Safety Officer; Detachment Officer-In-ChargeUs Navy Jan 2015 - Nov 2017Washington, Dc, Us@ Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron SEVEN ONE (HSM-71)- MH-60R Officer-in-Charge. Safely deployed with 29 personnel and two aircraft for a Western Pacific deployment onboard destroyer USS Stockdale.– Led 209 personnel in the maintenance of 11 MH-60R helicopters and support equipment.- Aviation Safety Officer, NATOPS Check Pilot, Instrument Check Pilot, Functional Check Pilot, CRM facilitator, Night Systems Instructor. - Graduate - Naval Aviation Safety Officer: School of Aviation Safety. Specialized training to identify hazards, manage risks, investigate and report hazards and mishaps, develop and administer command safety programs.- Awarded Navy Commendation Medal and HSM-71 Officer of the Year.
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Director Of Air Operations "Air Boss" - Uss Somerset (Lpd-25)Us Navy Feb 2013 - Dec 2014Washington, Dc, Us@ USS Somerset (LPD-25)- Led 21 aviation personnel in all aspects of aircraft handling, fueling, and air traffic control.- Awarded Navy Commendation Medal.
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Staff Readiness Officer - Commander, Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing PacificUs Navy Jul 2012 - Feb 2013Washington, Dc, Us@ Commander, Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing Pacific- Analyzed flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and personnel management data to enhance maintenance technician readiness, reduce supply wait times, and reallocate aircraft components.- Revised training and readiness metrics for 17 helicopter squadrons.- Awraded Navy Commendation Medal.
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Deputy Director Of Air Operations "Mini Boss" - Uss Green Bay (Lpd-25)Us Navy Mar 2012 - Jun 2012Washington, Dc, Us@ USS Green Bay (LPD-20)- Principal assistant to "Air Boss" leading 21 aviation personnel in all aspects of aircraft handling, fueling, and air traffic control.
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Pilot Instructor / Assistant Operations Officer - Helicopter Training Squadron Two Eight (Ht-28)Us Navy Feb 2009 - Feb 2012Washington, Dc, Us@ Helicopter Training Squadron TWO EIGHT (HT-28)- Led a 13-person military/civilian team in the generation of daily flight schedules for 50 instructor pilots and managed annual student production of 120 aviators.- Qualification as Standardization, NATOPS, and Instrument Check pilot.- Awarded Navy Commendation Medal.
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Helicopter Pilot - Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light Four Nine (Hsl-49)Us Navy Jan 2006 - Jan 2009Washington, Dc, Us@Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light FOUR NINE (HSL-49)- Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom aboard USS Howard (DDG-83) and in support of counter-narcotics operations aboard USS Mcclusky (FFG-51). Significant experience as ship-based instructor pilot and aircraft commander for domestic, international, and oceanic flights.- Qualification as Helicopter Aircraft Commander, Functional Check Pilot, Night Vision Goggle (NVG) Instructor.- Awarded Naval Achievement Medal.
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Student Naval AviatorUs Navy May 2003 - Jan 2006Washington, Dc, Us@Chief of Naval Aviation Training Command- Airplane and helicopter pilot training with US Navy flight school: flying Turbo-mentor, Bell Jet-Ranger, and H-60 Seahawk. Commercial Pilot and Instrument Rating
Jeff Lessard Education Details
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Naval School Of Aviation SafetyAviation Safety Officer -
Naval Postgraduate SchoolExecutive Master Of Business Administration (Emba)
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University Of VirginiaMechanical Engineering
Frequently Asked Questions about Jeff Lessard
What company does Jeff Lessard work for?
Jeff Lessard works for Skywest Airlines
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Jeff Lessard's current role is First Officer / Pilot.
What schools did Jeff Lessard attend?
Jeff Lessard attended Naval School Of Aviation Safety, Naval Postgraduate School, University Of Virginia.
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