Hello,

I am a dedicated aviation professional with a Master of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and over 17 years of experience in military maintenance operations, flight instruction, and aviation safety management. I am seeking to further my pilot career by leveraging extensive industry knowledge and teaching experience to the benefit of future employers. 

Education

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Master of Science Aeronautics July 29, 2024 - December 21, 2025 An advanced degree bridging the gap between theoretical and practical aspects of the aerospace industry. Areas covered include; Human Factors, Airport Operations, Crew Resource Management, Project Management, Statistical Analysis. Specialization in Safety - Aviation System Safety, Accident Investigation and Analysis, and Safety Program Management.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univeristy
Bachelor of Science Aeronautics January 8, 2023 - July 28, 2024 The Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics (BSA) delivers rigorous, industry-relevant curriculum designed to uphold the highest standards of performance, quality, integrity, flight training and flight ratings across aviation fields such as operations, safety, maintenance, air traffic control and flight.
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Professional Pilot A.S. - A well rounded aviation degree covering airspace and air traffic management, FAR regulations, weather, and aircraft operation. Part-141 accredited school, Private through Commercial Multi-Engine and Certified Flight Instructor offered.

Work Experience

Flight Instructor
November 22, 2023 - Present Certified Flight Instructor. Holds CFI, MEI, IGI, AGI certifications. Tail-Wheel, High-Performance, and Complex endorsed.
Section Chief/Tactical Aircraft Craftsman
United States Air Force March 29, 2026 - October 28, 2008 Maintenance personnel on the F-15 and F-35. Equivalent of A&P for the military. Section Chief - Supervisor role over 25+ Airmen. Administrative/managerial role. Duties include scheduling, training, travel budget approval.
Safety, Security, and Reliability Manager
Alpine Air Express - Present Conducted incident and accident investigations. Conducted root-cause analysis, presented results to C-suite. Drafted safety policy and programs. Taught and drafted Safety Management Systems curriculum. TSA security coordinator for a Twelve-Five security program. Compiled and analyzed data, determining metrics for company reliability.

Aircraft Experience

C-172
  • Time in Type: 296.3 hrs
C-182
  • Time in Type: 47.7 hrs
PA-44
  • Time in Type: 53.7 hrs
DA-40
  • Time in Type: 16.6 hrs
PA-28
  • Time in Type: 12.4 hrs
DA-20
  • Time in Type: 28.6 hrs