Kyle Hatton Email & Phone Number

Denver, Co, Us

Denver, Colorado, United States

As the Requirements Engineer leading the Artemis II/III ICPS project, I orchestrate Vulcan Centaur V Design reviews, cultivating synergy among multifaceted development teams to ensure preparedness for the inaugural certification flight. I facilitate Artemis II ICPS verification initiatives, steering the planning, execution, and validation of over 1000 requirement verifications. Navigating fluid success criteria and occasionally ambiguous requirements, I spearhead efforts to maintain clarity and rigor in our verification processes, essential for project success. Some of my signature accomplishments include:• Spearheaded three design reviews, demonstrating leadership as primary requirements engineer.• Successfully conducted 1001 design verifications for Artemis II through strategic planning and precise execution.• Managed and reviewed 120 ICDs, IRDs, as well as NASA and internal standards with meticulous attention to detail.• Developed four project dashboards integrating key metrics across diverse disciplines, optimizing project management efficiency.• Drove workflow automations by leveraging Power BI and integrating product lifecycle management software, Jira, Confluence, and cloud-based files, leading to comprehensive and granular operational overview for Artemis II verification efforts.• Established culture of continuous enhancement by integrating innovative tools/methodologies, streamlining verification/reporting processes, and empowering requirements engineers to explore new disciplines through delegated stretch projects.• Directed ULA's successful completion of NASA's Review Item Discrepancy (RID) process post-Artemis II CDR, resulting in resolving 90 RIDs and critical interface issues and streamlining backlogged interface control documentations.

Watkins, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

As an Aviation MEDEVAC Commander and Pilot, I orchestrate flight operations, meticulously planning, scheduling, and executing missions while upholding stringent safety protocols and regulatory standards. Guiding a proficient team of MEDEVAC pilots and medical experts, I cultivate an environment steeped in excellence, teamwork, and responsibility. I drive strategic initiatives aimed at fortifying MEDEVAC capabilities and streamlining resource allocation for optimal efficiency.Following are some of my notable achievements:• Organized 12 comprehensive training events for Air Force and Special Operations units, focusing on MEDEVAC, SAR, and CHRT.• Directed Aviation MEDEVAC resource management audits, enhancing proficiency of 37 soldiers in MEDEVAC, SAR, and CHRT operations.• Attained Pilot in Command status for UH-60A/L, completed High Altitude Aviation Training, and initiated CHRT progression training.

Denver, Colorado, United States

As an Aviation Operations Manager, I led multinational military and governmental partners, providing expert guidance on aviation asset capabilities, implementation, and applications, alongside overseeing ground operations in both domestic and military environments.Some of my key contributions include: • Spearheaded leadership development within Battalion through a comprehensive audit of major operations, concurrently facilitating the organization's transition from legacy SharePoint products to collaborative Microsoft Teams and 365 tools.• Oversaw Battalion-level flight scheduling, logistics, operations, mission planning, and asset coordination for 340 soldiers, meeting needs of four countries in deployed scenario.

Greater Denver Area

As an Aviation Associate Manager, I assumed the role of the exclusive Battle Captain during joint training exercises in Macedonia. In this capacity, I coordinated 23 flights, accumulating 56.2 flight hours and facilitating the transport of 117 passengers. Additionally, I functioned as a pivotal liaison for aviation matters in multinational dialogues, strategies, and activities, interfacing with heads of state, senior military personnel, and diplomatic counterparts.Following is a small section of my key accomplishments:• Completed 136.8 flight hours across 66 missions to bolster partner nation militaries, aid Kosovar emergency response, and assist civilians throughout KFOR27 deployment.

Fort Rucker, Alabama

As an Platoon Leader and Blackhawk Pilot, I spearheaded flight planning and mission coordination for a team of 34 soldiers and 7 UH60 Blackhawk helicopters, supporting diverse joint operations and pre-deployment preparations in Kosovo. Utilizing Excel-based data queries, pivot tables, and chat functionalities, I provided streamlined visual data essential for operational decision-making, ensuring mission success and team efficiency.Following are some of my key achievements:• Organized Flight Hour Program with 55 rated and non-rated crewmembers.• Attained distinguished recognition as top-ranked graduate in flight class, securing certifications in both UH-72 and UH-60 helicopters.

Greater Denver Area

As a FBM Reentry Systems Engineer, I provided support to ensure design compliance and led collaborative initiatives with governmental and external partners to innovate groundbreaking programs. I orchestrated the coordination of digitally-enhanced system and component-level technical reviews, bringing together internal experts, governmental clients, external suppliers, and partners to demonstrate adherence to crucial design criteria.Some of my signature accomplishments include:• Achieved $200K+ in cost reductions across procurement and operations while fortifying manufacturing resilience and eliminating master schedule bottlenecks through process enhancement practices.• Formulated Jira, Confluence, and Tableau dashboards for eight project teams, integrating diverse external data sources and proprietary tools into dynamic feeds for managers, contributors, and stakeholders.• Directed directorate-level Risk and Opportunity Management initiative, identifying, assessing, and mitigating 15 risks, resulting in $310M in cost savings and $6M in revenue generation.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Focus on Computer Aided Design, Technology and Globalization, Renewable Energy and Power Plants.

Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science And Technology, General

Focus on Leadership Development, Theory of Rotary Wing Flight, Aerodynamics, Turboshaft Engines, Aeromedical Factors and Airspace Control.