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Abner Flores, a seasoned aviation expert, brings over two decades of experience in training, management, and strategic planning to the forefront. As a faculty member at Purdue Polytechnic Institute and Adjunct at Warren County Community College, he has developed and delivered comprehensive programs in unmanned systems, meteorology, and aviation disciplines. His tenure at FlightSafety International, where he served as FAA/EASA Subject Matter Expert/Lecturer, underscores his commitment to excellence in instructional design and delivery. Holding a Doctor of Philosophy in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Capitol Technology University, Flores is well-versed in the latest industry trends and technologies.

Credentials

  • Lean Six Sigma Foundations
    Lynda.com
    Feb, 2018
    - May, 2026
  • Writing to be Heard on LinkedIn
    Lynda.com
    Dec, 2017
    - May, 2026
  • How to Set Team and Employee Goals
    LinkedIn
    Dec, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • Instructional Design Essentials: Adult Learners
    LinkedIn
    Dec, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • ATPL Instructor
    CAA International (UK CAA)
    Jul, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • Advanced Instrument
    FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam)
    Feb, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • Ground Instructor (Advanced)
    FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam)
    Feb, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • Microsoft Certified Professional
    Microsoft
    Jun, 2003
    - May, 2026
  • Excel 2016: Managing and Analyzing Data
    Lynda.com
    Dec, 2016
    - May, 2026
  • Financial Literacy: Reading Financial Reports
    Lynda.com
    Nov, 2016
    - May, 2026

Experience

  • Purdue University
    • West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
    • Purdue Polytechnic Institute - Faculty
      • Aug 2021 - Present
      • West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
  • Warren County Community College
    • New Jersey, United States/Remote
    • Adjunct - Unmanned Systems Program - Meteorology, Engineering and/or Aviation...
      • Jan 2021 - Present
      • New Jersey, United States/Remote
    • University Lecturer
      • Feb 2020 - Oct 2020
      • Kearney, Nebraska

      Teaches courses on:- Special Topics in Aviation- Professional Flight 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8- Commercial Pilot Theory- Advanced Aerodynamics

    • Chief Ground Instructor at Oxford Saudia a CAE Autorized Training Center
      • Jun 2019 - Feb 2020
      • Saudi Arabia

      Ground School Academic Program Manager.Ground School Content Creation and Development.Ground School Management.Ground School Lecturer.Ground School CFI Trainer/Coach/Mentor.GACA Regulations Expert.Personnel Management.LMS Administrator/Content Developer.Business Development.Customer Support.Aviat...

    • United States
    • Airlines and Aviation
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • FAA-Instructor/EASA Coordinator
      • Mar 2017 - May 2019

      . FAA/EASA Subject Matter Expert/Lecturer.. Responsible for the management of long term processes/European Airlines cadet training schedules.. Optimizes strategy and approaches to life cycle management, customer relations, and product/service improvement through collaboration with other departments.. Accountable for all regulatory and compliance documentation.. Primary representative of all responsible functional areas with internal and external customers.. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.. Supports Quality System requirements (e.g. ISO 9001, etc) and applicable FARS/EASA that would be required for pilot training activities.. Fosters a commitment to continuous improvement (i.e. defines improvement goals).. Establishes accountability to continuously improve processes and business results, and establishes a mindset for documenting and controlling processes consistent with ISO requirements, promotes safety and housekeeping; engages in facilitative leadership.. Synchronizes customer requirements/demand. . Identifies and plans for current and future staff needs, training/coaching.. Aligns individual and team/departmental goals to support overall organizational goals. . Motivates and recognizes members on achievements.. Responsible for creating a vision for the organizational unit, articulates the vision, and relentlessly drives the vision to completion.. Responsible for assisting in the creation and implementation of competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. . Fosters innovation within functional area.

    • EASA Program Coordinator
      • Mar 2017 - May 2019

      EASA Program Coordinator/Instructor.

    • Teaching Faculty/FAA-EASA ATPL
      • Feb 2016 - Mar 2017
      • Fort Pierce, FL USA

      Manages and Delivers FAA/EASA ATPL Instruction.

  • Aviation GCTS
    • Fort Pierce, FL USA
    • Deputy Head of Training
      • Oct 2013 - Feb 2016
      • Fort Pierce, FL USA

      EASA-ATPL Instructor.

  • AeroLink
    • Barcelona Area, Spain
    • Aviation Consultant
      • Sep 2011 - Oct 2013
      • Barcelona Area, Spain

      EASA-ATPL Trainer English/Spanish Training Development.

    • Regional Manager for Latin America and Spain
      • Mar 2010 - Mar 2011
      • Nashville, TN USA

      B2B Sales. Business development across region. Develops partnerships.

    • Business Consultant
      • May 2005 - Dec 2007
      • Nashville, TN USA

      Business consulting and training delivery.

  • US Army
    • Fort Campbell, KY USA
    • UH-60 Quality Control Inspector
      • Dec 1992 - Aug 2001
      • Fort Campbell, KY USA

      Oversees and performs inspections for work completed on UH-60 helicopters during all phases of maintenance. Systems include: T700-GE-701C turbine engines, flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic and main rotor systems. Technical library manager for the aviation asset at brigade level. Unit Movem...

Education

  • 2022 - 2024
    Capitol Technology University
  • 2016 - 2019
    Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
  • 2003 - 2005
    University of Phoenix
  • 1985 - 1988
    US Army/Honduran Air Force Academy

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