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Credentials
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Certifications Institution icon LAWRS Weather Certified Issued
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Federal Aviation Administration Air Traffic Screen (Procedural Control Course)
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Federal Aviation Administration Designated Examiner
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Federal Aviation Administration Radar Approach Control
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Federal Aviation Administration Terminal Follow On
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US Navy Air Traffic Base Course
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US Navy Carrier Air Traffic Control Course (CATCC)
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US Navy Radar Approach Control (RATCF)
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US Navy Standard for Instrument Procedures (TERPS)
US Navy
Experience
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Acuity International
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United States
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Professional Services
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400 - 500 Employee
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Air Traffic Controller
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Apr 2023 - Present
Tower air traffic controller Tower air traffic controller
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Midwest ATC
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Air Traffic Controller
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Oct 2022 - Apr 2023
Controls military and civilian aircraft under visual flight rules (VFR) in a control tower environment. Observes and reports airport advisories, critical weather information, and equipment outages. Provides instruction and assistance to air traffic control personnel. Maintains certification requirements. Controls military and civilian aircraft under visual flight rules (VFR) in a control tower environment. Observes and reports airport advisories, critical weather information, and equipment outages. Provides instruction and assistance to air traffic control personnel. Maintains certification requirements.
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Acuity International
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United States
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Professional Services
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400 - 500 Employee
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Air Traffic Controller
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Nov 2021 - Jul 2022
Dual certified Air Traffic Controller in an Iraq Air Force base focused on instruction and tactical ISR. Dual certified Air Traffic Controller in an Iraq Air Force base focused on instruction and tactical ISR.
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Amentum
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Air traffic controller
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Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
About Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I… Show more About Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I administer VFR, IFR, and Radar control to optimize safety and accuracy. I also conduct aircraft mishap and hazardous air traffic systems reporting. As well, I deliver preventative maintenance for system performance, including daily checks and diagnostics. I liaise with local teams and interdisciplinary personnel, including USAF and military, to streamline operations. I also leverage ATC automation equipment including MEARTS to optimize accuracy. • Instrumental in attaining RAPCON Certification. • Reinvigorated an unused and neglected tower, restoring approach to control service, reestablishing status as 100% fully mission capable. Show less About Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I… Show more About Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I administer VFR, IFR, and Radar control to optimize safety and accuracy. I also conduct aircraft mishap and hazardous air traffic systems reporting. As well, I deliver preventative maintenance for system performance, including daily checks and diagnostics. I liaise with local teams and interdisciplinary personnel, including USAF and military, to streamline operations. I also leverage ATC automation equipment including MEARTS to optimize accuracy. • Instrumental in attaining RAPCON Certification. • Reinvigorated an unused and neglected tower, restoring approach to control service, reestablishing status as 100% fully mission capable. Show less
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The Washington Consulting Group, Inc
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Air Traffic Controller / M-EARTS Specialist
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Mar 2020 - Jul 2021
Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I… Show more Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I administer VFR, IFR, and Radar control to optimize safety and accuracy. I also conduct aircraft mishap and hazardous air traffic systems reporting. As well, I deliver preventative maintenance for system performance, including daily checks and diagnostics. I liaise with local teams and interdisciplinary personnel, including USAF and military, to streamline operations. I also leverage ATC automation equipment including MEARTS to optimize accuracy. • Instrumental in attaining RAPCON Certification. • Reinvigorated an unused and neglected tower, restoring approach to control service, reestablishing status as 100% fully mission capable. Show less Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I… Show more Experience Institution icon Tower Line Controller, Radar Approach Controller, and M-EARTS Specialist Amentum Services Inc./Washington Consulting Group/IAP Worldwide Services Al Asad Air Base, Iraq In my current role, I direct movement of air traffic including rotary, VTOL, unmanned, Special Ops, Turbo Prop, commercial Air Taxi, commuter aircraft, and large and heavy cargo; utilize pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and tower and radar facility displays. I administer VFR, IFR, and Radar control to optimize safety and accuracy. I also conduct aircraft mishap and hazardous air traffic systems reporting. As well, I deliver preventative maintenance for system performance, including daily checks and diagnostics. I liaise with local teams and interdisciplinary personnel, including USAF and military, to streamline operations. I also leverage ATC automation equipment including MEARTS to optimize accuracy. • Instrumental in attaining RAPCON Certification. • Reinvigorated an unused and neglected tower, restoring approach to control service, reestablishing status as 100% fully mission capable. Show less
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IAP Worldwide Services
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Air Traffic controller / M-EARTS Specialist
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Mar 2018 - Feb 2020
Worked as Air Traffic Control Specialist controlling air traffic according to established procedures and policies to prevent collisions and minimize delays arising from traffic congestion. Responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious movement of air traffic through assigned airspace. Daily traffic involves a large mix of unmanned systems, heavy cargo aircraft. rotary and VTOL, special ops. Also responsible for TATCF M-EARTS maintenance. Worked as Air Traffic Control Specialist controlling air traffic according to established procedures and policies to prevent collisions and minimize delays arising from traffic congestion. Responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious movement of air traffic through assigned airspace. Daily traffic involves a large mix of unmanned systems, heavy cargo aircraft. rotary and VTOL, special ops. Also responsible for TATCF M-EARTS maintenance.
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Federal Aviation Administration
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Air Traffic Controller (Supervisor)
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May 2015 - Jan 2018
Serves as a Front Line Manager (FLM) in a terminal facility, responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of developmental and certified professional controllers. Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialist who is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees. Sets work priorities and… Show more Serves as a Front Line Manager (FLM) in a terminal facility, responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of developmental and certified professional controllers. Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialist who is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees. Sets work priorities and schedules. Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings. Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level manager. Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed. Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels. Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments. Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibilities, including selection, training, and transfers. Supports and participates in the labor management partnership process, and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner. The FLM reports to the facility ATM. Performance is evaluated upon the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved. Also serve as a DESIGNATED EXAMINER responsible for ensuring the training , certification, proficiency, and currency of Developmental controllers and journeyman controllers.
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Air Traffic Controller
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May 1992 - May 2015
Serves as a radar controller at an ATC-9 Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) facility. Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. Provides radar control to aircraft arriving or departing the primary airport and adjacent airports, and to aircraft transiting the facility's airspace. Operates radar and communication equipment to apply radar separation standards and vectoring procedures. Detects and adjusts malfunctions and… Show more Serves as a radar controller at an ATC-9 Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) facility. Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. Provides radar control to aircraft arriving or departing the primary airport and adjacent airports, and to aircraft transiting the facility's airspace. Operates radar and communication equipment to apply radar separation standards and vectoring procedures. Detects and adjusts malfunctions and interferences in the equipment. Issues speed, altitude, and directional instructions to pilots to keep aircraft properly separated. Provides air traffic advisory services to pilots including clearances to operate aircraft, weather and field conditions, and safety and traffic alerts. Worked as an on the job training instructor (OJTI) to developmental air traffic controllers. Many Operation at IND involved Heavy jet cargo carriers.
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Air Traffic Controller
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Mar 1989 - May 1992
Served as a radar and tower controller at an ATC-5 Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. Provides radar control to aircraft arriving or departing the primary airport and adjacent airports, and to aircraft transiting the facility's airspace. Operated tower, radar and communication equipment to apply separation standards and vectoring procedures. Detects and adjusts malfunctions and interferences in the equipment. Issues… Show more Served as a radar and tower controller at an ATC-5 Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. Provides radar control to aircraft arriving or departing the primary airport and adjacent airports, and to aircraft transiting the facility's airspace. Operated tower, radar and communication equipment to apply separation standards and vectoring procedures. Detects and adjusts malfunctions and interferences in the equipment. Issues speed, altitude, and directional instructions to pilots to keep aircraft properly separated. Provides air traffic advisory services to pilots including clearances to operate aircraft, weather and field conditions, and safety and traffic alerts. Provides training to developmental air traffic controllers and other employees in the facility.
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US Navy
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USS Carl Vinson, Naval Air Station LeMoore, CA.
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Air Traffic Controller
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Aug 1980 - Aug 1985
Responsible for controlling and directing air traffic at airfields and on aircraft carriers using radio, radar, and other signaling devices; Providing aircraft with critical information on other air traffic, navigation systems, and airfield conditions essential to safe operations; Operating and adjusting computer-based ground/carrier-controlled navigation and radar approach systems; Interpreting data shown on radar screens and plotting aircraft positions;… Show more Responsible for controlling and directing air traffic at airfields and on aircraft carriers using radio, radar, and other signaling devices; Providing aircraft with critical information on other air traffic, navigation systems, and airfield conditions essential to safe operations; Operating and adjusting computer-based ground/carrier-controlled navigation and radar approach systems; Interpreting data shown on radar screens and plotting aircraft positions; maintaining aeronautical charts and maps Show less Responsible for controlling and directing air traffic at airfields and on aircraft carriers using radio, radar, and other signaling devices; Providing aircraft with critical information on other air traffic, navigation systems, and airfield conditions essential to safe operations; Operating and adjusting computer-based ground/carrier-controlled navigation and radar approach systems; Interpreting data shown on radar screens and plotting aircraft positions;… Show more Responsible for controlling and directing air traffic at airfields and on aircraft carriers using radio, radar, and other signaling devices; Providing aircraft with critical information on other air traffic, navigation systems, and airfield conditions essential to safe operations; Operating and adjusting computer-based ground/carrier-controlled navigation and radar approach systems; Interpreting data shown on radar screens and plotting aircraft positions; maintaining aeronautical charts and maps Show less
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Education
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1981 - 1986
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Professional Aeronautics
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