Thomas Rand Email & Phone Number

San Diego, California, Us

In my role as the V-BAT, MQ-35A Fleet Maintenance Manager at Shield AI:• I spearhead the strategic planning and execution of maintaining the VBat fleet, catering to the company and our valued customers.• Collaborate closely with the engineering team to actively contribute to product development by implementing innovative design changes and refining maintenance procedures.• Work collaboratively with the engineering and technical writing teams to enhance and develop operation and maintenance manuals, ensuring clarity and effectiveness.• I play a crucial role as a member of the accident investigation board, contributing to the company's commitment to safety and thorough analysis during incidents.

San Diego, California, Us

As Chief Pilot: • Led the strategic planning and execution of demonstration flights catering to industry and government clientele.• Collaborate with the engineering team to contribute to product development by implementing comprehensive flight and ground testing plans.• Keep Project and Field Service management well-informed with timely updates on program status, customer issues, and emerging trends.• Support manufacturing and engineering efforts by meticulously documenting field records detailing manufacturing defects and component faults encountered during operations.• Ensure effective communication with production and engineering teams by delivering regular and detailed reports on program activities and addressing challenges.• Assess proposed engineering/manufacturing changes that may impact the vehicle or support systems' operations, reliability, or maintenance concept.• Spearheaded the planning and post-flight reporting for all flight operations, encompassing tasks such as preparing ground station software/databases, coordinating with relevant authorities (FAA, range manager), managing logbooks and maintenance records, and generating comprehensive test reports.• Take charge of preparing flight waivers, NOTAMs, and clearances in compliance with the appropriate authorities (FAA, range manager).• Fulfill the role of on-site lead for the interpretation of data and provision of technical instructions.

Warminster, Pa, Us

• Lead Pilot at Copperhead Detachment 1 with over 2 years deployment in Afghanistan• Assisted in setting up new detachments in Afghanistan including ground control stations• Over 1600 hours of deployment flight time• Extensive knowledge of Piccolo Command Center Software• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks and procedures• Participate in ground and flight operations efforts for air reconnaissance missions including mission planning, execution, briefing, and debriefing Plans and analyze flight missions• Preform UAS and Ground Control Station maintenance and troubleshooting when needed• Report any and all suspicious activity to the Officer in Charge• Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Us

UH-60 A/L/M Blackhawk Mechanic / Bell 206 A/B Mechanic• Tested, repaired, maintained, serviced, and inspected aircraft in accordance with the manufacturers technical specifications• Communicated closely with DoD pilots on problems associated with aircraft maintenance• Adhered to specific manufacturers’ maintenance manuals and technical diagrams• Used metal fabricating machines, and metals or fabrics used in aircraft maintenance and operations• Performed airframe and engine modifications and inspections• Rebuilt main rotor dampers, spindles, landing gear wheels, driveshafts, and oil coolers• Performed scheduled, unscheduled, and phase maintenance

Williston, Fl, Us

Airframe And Powerplant Certificate

Diploma