Detail-oriented and highly organized Flight Planner with 5 years of experience developing and optimizing flight plans for private and military aviation operations. Adept at coordinating complex objectives, ensuring fuel-efficient routes, and adhering to strict aviation regulations and safety standards. Expertise in utilizing advanced flight planning software and tools to maximize operational efficiency and minimize delays. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with flight crew and ground teams to ensure smooth and on-time operations. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arise during planning. Committed to delivering top-tier customer service and maintaining a high level of accuracy under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Scheduler
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
01.2023 - 08.2024
Work closely with leadership to ensure all objectives and deadlines are met.
Facilitated the management of $3-4M flying budget
Coordinate with managers and supervisors to ensure schedules align with the FAA and business needs.
Create and maintain long-range schedules for instructors and trainees
Monitor and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes
Manage pilot tracking through the examination process (Stage Checks/FAA Check Rides)
Schedule flights, sims, and ground brief events within the FAA & CAA/EASA (UK/Europe) limitations for 350+ trainees and instructors
Maintained revenue and non-revenue equipment hours within determined parameters.
Coordinates aircraft schedules according to crew availability, mechanical requirements, weather, customer requests, and government regulations
Communicate schedule changes to employees and trainees promptly.
Enhanced team productivity by maintaining clear communication channels, and providing regular updates on progress.
Maximized efficiency in resource delivery through strategic prioritization of tasks based on urgency, complexity, and availability.
Streamlined project timelines through close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
Supported business growth initiatives by efficiently managing an increasing volume of trainees and resources without compromising quality or timelines.
Aviation Resource Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
Managed a $29M flying program budget
Enabled over $8M in flight and jump pay (parachutists)
Interpreted public laws and plans to organize and direct over 2K aircrew/parachutist activities
Processed 8,300+ flight and ground training events
Reviewed aviation mission accomplishment reports for accuracy
Conducted over 100 aircrew and parachutist interviews.
Prepared and processed aeronautical and military pay orders and flight authorizations.
Monitored 1700+ flight physicals, physiological training, aircrew qualifications, individual flight requirements, unit flying hours, and other aircrew and parachutist-related programs
Scheduled aircrew training and aircraft sorties, and maintained mission information
Maintained control and accountability for the ARMS database and security access to sensitive communication materials and information
Validated aviation suspense audit listings to ensure the accuracy of aircrew/parachutists' career data
Inspected and evaluated production and maintenance of aviation flight and parachutist jump records, files, and reports
Serviced 1,100+ members in/out processing, record reviews, and aeronautical orders.
Authorized 60K go and or no-go items to prevent unauthorized/illegal flights
Tracked and audited aircrew flying hours, evaluations, scheduling, and squadron operations for 175 aircrew members
Constructed aircrew training tables in the ARMS database for new and updated flight requirements
Conducted over 270+ pre/post flight mission briefs to aircrew members
Produced aircraft utilization reports for 8+ aircraft weekly for flight operations
Purged 200+ obsolete file systems and folders, reducing space by 55%
Authorized 9,500+ flight/ground training events for 180 aircrew members
Executed 480+ sets of flight orders for the flying hour program
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation And Aerospace Management
Everglades University - Orlando
Maitland, FL
05.2022
Aviation Resource Management Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Biloxi, MS
08-2007
Skills
Strong communication
Analytical reasoning
Detail-oriented
Confidentiality
Client relations
Effective multitasking
Operational efficiency
Aircraft fleet utilization
Schedule coordination
Planning and executing
Work Availability
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Timeline
Flight Scheduler
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
01.2023 - 08.2024
Aviation Resource Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
Bachelor of Science - Aviation And Aerospace Management