Experience

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Deputy Program Manager

  • Jan 2021 - Present

  Colombia Deputy Program Manager (DPM) / Training Manager at the Advanced Rotary Wing Training Center (ARWTC) in Tolemaida, Colombia in support of LATAM countries aviation training. As the DPM am responsible for all the Program Managers duties in his absence, as well as enforcing and executing the prime contractors and USG Statement of Work (SOW) to comply with all contract requirements. Review funding RIP lines for the program. As the Training Manager supervise the programs 20 technical and flight… Show more Deputy Program Manager (DPM) / Training Manager at the Advanced Rotary Wing Training Center (ARWTC) in Tolemaida, Colombia in support of LATAM countries aviation training. As the DPM am responsible for all the Program Managers duties in his absence, as well as enforcing and executing the prime contractors and USG Statement of Work (SOW) to comply with all contract requirements. Review funding RIP lines for the program. As the Training Manager supervise the programs 20 technical and flight courses, as well as supervising 22 academic instructors to ensure they all comply with DoD standards as described in the Programs of Instruction (POI) received from Fort Rucker and Fort Eustis and enforce that all Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs) are met. Verify and approve all changes being made to course practical exercises, exams, flight training guides and course management plans, so they are IAW US Army DoD regulations and standards. Review all course requirements for training to make sure the Operations Officer makes the appropriate coordination’s for tools, classrooms and special equipment required for training. Oversee the calendar year schedule creation to ensure all classes scheduled are being planned with the student to instructor ratio that is approved per the POI and the appropriate adjustments of classes, so that an instructor that teaches multiple courses is not over scheduled or creates a conflict in the calendar. Review end of course critiques to capture all student positive and negative comments to develop courses of actions if needed to improve each course. Developed and provided a course description document for all 20 Aviation Maintenance and Flight courses to the SCO US Army Mission, so they could present to LATAM countries taking part in the ARWTC program, in order to provide prior familiarization with the course purpose, phase of scope, DoD standard and prerequisites. Communicate with all instructors the PM intend and guidance. Show less



Amentum

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• LUH-72 BWS Instructor Pilot

  • Apr 2018 - Jan 2021

  Fort Rucker, Alabama Instructor Pilot in the BWS and Advanced Instrument training phases of the US Army Initial Entry Rotary Wing program. Responsible for the maintained the highest degree of knowledge and proficiency to train student pilots in all maneuvers related to basic warfighting skills during the day and under night vision goggles (NVG) modes of flight. Conducted tactical training to include map recon and flight planning, navigation, hazard recognition, evasive maneuvers and emergency procedure training, as… Show more Instructor Pilot in the BWS and Advanced Instrument training phases of the US Army Initial Entry Rotary Wing program. Responsible for the maintained the highest degree of knowledge and proficiency to train student pilots in all maneuvers related to basic warfighting skills during the day and under night vision goggles (NVG) modes of flight. Conducted tactical training to include map recon and flight planning, navigation, hazard recognition, evasive maneuvers and emergency procedure training, as well constructing an instrument flight, flight plan IAW all FAA and US Army instrument flight regulations. Providing all students assigned with the proper training, regulation knowledge and operational procedures to safely operate a Rotary Wing aircraft under Visual Metrological Conditions (VMC), Instrument Metrological Conditions (IMC), Night Unaided, Night Vision Goggles (NVG), Nap of the Earth (NOE), Simulator, Multiship modes of flight, Academic training and Aircraft pre and post operational checks. Obtained a 100% pass rate on all students trained. Show less



US Army

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Jan 2016 - Jul 2017

  127th Aviation Support Battalion, El Paso, Texas Developed and implemented a Safety Program and Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Manage unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Environmental Compliance, Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Accident Investigation and Reporting, Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM) / SDS, Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report Program and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to… Show more Developed and implemented a Safety Program and Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Manage unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Environmental Compliance, Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Accident Investigation and Reporting, Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM) / SDS, Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report Program and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to identify and note any deficiency and establish procedures to correct or remove deficiencies found. Conduct Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Safety training. Track and maintain records for Aviation and Ground Accidents in order to eliminate, mitigate and follow trends that lead up to each accident. Supervise four Companies Safety program within an Organization.

• Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

  Melgar, Colombia Aviation Safety Program Manager and lead Accident Investigator for the Technical Assistance Field Team (TAFT) at the Regional Helicopter Training Center (RHTC) in Colombia, South America. Advise the Colombian Airforce (COLAF) in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Safety. Oversee the COLAF Safety program functional areas which include, but not limited to Fighter Management, Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris… Show more Aviation Safety Program Manager and lead Accident Investigator for the Technical Assistance Field Team (TAFT) at the Regional Helicopter Training Center (RHTC) in Colombia, South America. Advise the Colombian Airforce (COLAF) in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Safety. Oversee the COLAF Safety program functional areas which include, but not limited to Fighter Management, Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report and Occupational Health.

• UH60/S70 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2014

  B Co 1-212th Aviation Regiment, Fort Rucker, AL Instruct Army Officers and Foreign Allies in all aspects of Flight, to include all Aircraft Systems, Aerodynamics, Publications, Emergency Procedures, Limitations, Aeromedical Factors, Night Techniques, Night Vision Goggle. For the US Army UH-60 Blackhawk Flight School XXI Program and the Aircraft Qualification Course for Foreign Allies in Spanish.

• Deputy Joint Rotary Wing Program Manager / Safety Advisor

  • Jan 2014 - Jul 2014

  Security Cooperation Office, U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia Responsible for all U.S. assistance in Joint Rotary Wing Aviation training, operations, and logistical support for 147 helicopters operated by the Colombian Military (COLMIL). Assists the Colombian Army (COLAR), Air Force, and Navy in developing a reliable aviation fleet with associated support and maintenance infrastructure through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Foreign Military Finance (FMF) programs valued over $47 million dollars. Implements DoD aviation program guidance on behalf of… Show more Responsible for all U.S. assistance in Joint Rotary Wing Aviation training, operations, and logistical support for 147 helicopters operated by the Colombian Military (COLMIL). Assists the Colombian Army (COLAR), Air Force, and Navy in developing a reliable aviation fleet with associated support and maintenance infrastructure through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Foreign Military Finance (FMF) programs valued over $47 million dollars. Implements DoD aviation program guidance on behalf of the USMILGP and USSOUTHCOM commanders. Advises the Colombian Ministry of Defense and COLMIL on matters relating to the employment and the development of their rotary wing assets, aviation safety and standardization. Identify COLMIL's requirements; establish and coordinate logistical support to multiple Mobile Training Teams (MTT's), U.S. Military unit visits to provide the COLMIL the necessary training and guidance to maximize their force. Assist the COLAR enhance their Aviation Safety Programs.

• Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Oct 2011 - Dec 2013

  B Co 1-212th Aviation Regiment, Fort Rucker, AL Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Program and Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Manage unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report Program and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to note any deficiency and establish procedures to… Show more Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Program and Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Manage unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report Program and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to note any deficiency and establish procedures to correct or remove deficiencies found. Conduct Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Safety training. Track and maintain records for Aviation and Ground Accidents in order to eliminate, mitigate and follow trends that lead up to each accident. Manage the Companies Safety Award Program. Conduct initial Safety In-Briefs in Spanish for our allied students.

• UH60/S70 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

  • Jul 2011 - Dec 2013

  B Co 1-212th Aviation Regiment, Fort Rucker, al Instruct Army and Foreign Allied Officers in all aspects of Flight, to include all Aircraft Systems, Aerodynamics, Publications, Emergency Procedures, Limitations, Aeromedical Factors, Night Techniques, Night Vision Goggle. For the US Army UH-60/S70 Blackhawk Flight School XXI Program and the Aircraft Qualification Course for Foreign Allies in Spanish.

• Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Jun 2010 - Jun 2011

  1-228th Aviation Regiment, Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras Served as the only Department of Defense Safety Program Manager in Central America for a period of time. Conducted and Supervised all Safety aspects for Aero Medical Evacuation Operations in Central America. Completed a Ground Accident Investigation in conjunction with Local Honduran Authorities and US Military Police. Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Monitor unit functional areas… Show more Served as the only Department of Defense Safety Program Manager in Central America for a period of time. Conducted and Supervised all Safety aspects for Aero Medical Evacuation Operations in Central America. Completed a Ground Accident Investigation in conjunction with Local Honduran Authorities and US Military Police. Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for Aviation Operations. Monitor unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Fire Prevention, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation, Operational Hazards Report Program and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to note any deficiency and establish procedures to correct or remove deficiencies found. Conduct Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Safety training. Track and maintain records for Aviation and Ground Accidents in order to eliminate, mitigate and follow trends that lead up to each situation.

• Student Manager / Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Jan 2008 - May 2010

  B Co 1- 145th Aviation Regiment, Fort Rucker AL Safety Program Manager for the largest Company of 2400+ Officer Flight School students in the US Army. Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for on and off duty environments. Provide initial Safety In-Brief to all Initial Entry Rotary Wing, US Army flight school students. Monitor unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Fire Prevention, Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation and… Show more Safety Program Manager for the largest Company of 2400+ Officer Flight School students in the US Army. Advice Supervisor in developing and implementing a Safety Policy that demonstrates Safety goals, objectives and priorities for on and off duty environments. Provide initial Safety In-Brief to all Initial Entry Rotary Wing, US Army flight school students. Monitor unit functional areas which include but not limited to: Fire Prevention, Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hearing Conservation and Occupational Health. Perform Accident-Prevention Surveys and other inspections to note any deficiency and establish procedures to correct or remove deficiencies found. Conduct Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Safety training. Track and maintain records for Ground Accidents in order to eliminate, mitigate and follow trends that lead up to each accident. Managed 500+ students going through the Initial Entry Rotary Wing Primary and Instruments training program with a 99% completion rate.