5
years of professional experience
Accomplished Small Unmanned Systems Instructor with expertise in lesson planning, curriculum development, and hands-on training. Demonstrates strong communication and project management skills while enhancing soldier readiness and certification outcomes. Proficient UAS technician focused on troubleshooting, maintenance, and technical resolution, consistently minimizing downtime and ensuring mission-critical system reliability.
Work History
Small Unmanned Systems Instrutor
2 Years 5 Months- Developed 5 lesson plans, over 15 training materials, and more than 800 performance evaluations for soldier readiness.
- Delivered 20 classroom and field instruction aligned with Army training standards and doctrine.
- Assessed trainee proficiency and adjusted instruction to reinforce weak subject areas.
- Coordinated training schedules, rosters, and instructional resources to support mission requirements.
- Maintained over 300 training records, attendance logs, and compliance documentation with accuracy.
- Supported unit readiness by preparing over 800 soldiers for qualification and certification requirements.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated over 800 students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Mentored 20 new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
- Orchestrated hands-on learning experiences, linking classroom theory to practical applications.
- Prepared over 30 quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Journeyman Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technician
3 Years 6 Months- Troubleshot hardware, software, and network issues across 16 mission-critical systems.
- Installed and configured workstation, peripheral, and communication equipment to support daily operations.
- Performed preventive maintenance on 16 Unmanned Aircraft Systems to maintain 100% system readiness.
- Documented equipment status, service actions, and repair notes in technical tracking systems on 16 systems.
- Coordinated with operators and technical teams to resolve system faults and restore functionality.
- Verified system performance after repairs, updates, and configuration changes on 4 Aircraft, 4 Ground Control stations, 2 pneudraulic launching systems, 2 landing systems, and 4 data terminals.
- Submitted daily paperwork to record completed jobs and related information.
- Reduced system downtime, implementing proactive maintenance schedules and rapid response protocols.
- Used multimeters for volt and OHM readings and circuit analysis.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks to prolong the lifespan of hardware components and minimize repair costs on 4 Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
- Enforced safe job site and maintained compliance with company safety, OSHA and customer-specific safety standards.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronic equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Updated hardware and software platforms on 4 Aircraft and 4 Ground Control Stations .
Junior Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technician
1 Year 1 Month- Diagnosed hardware, software, and network issues across mission-critical systems on 36 Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on 36 Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
- Configured workstations, user accounts, and system settings for secure operations.
- Resolved technical incidents using Army troubleshooting procedures and diagnostic tools.
- Documented repairs, system changes, and maintenance actions for accountability on 36 Unmanned Aircraft systems.
- Supported network connectivity, device installation, and equipment upgrades.
- Improved system efficiency by optimizing hardware and software configurations on 12 Unmanned Aircraft.
- Followed fire and electrical codes for safe and proper system installation.
- Installed and wired system devices using standard product setup and electrical knowledge on 12 Unmanned Aircraft, 6 Ground Control, and 6 data terminals.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning on 30 Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs on 36 Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
Education
Associate in Air And Space Exploration Technology - Aerospace Engineering
- 3.9 GPA
- 38 credit hours complete
Skills
Drone systems troubleshooting
Unmanned systems installation
UAS maintenance
Technical problem-solving
Technical support
Drone operation
Lesson planning
Curriculum development
Material creation
Teaching
Project management
Critical thinking development
Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of sUAS training Program.
- Achieved 100% pass rate by efficiently and effectively instructing over 800 soldiers on sUAS flight operations.
- Achieved a passing rate with no recommeded improvements on a "go/no-go"" criteria through effectively managing a tool quality control program.
Timeline
Small Unmanned Systems Instrutor
US Army
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Journeyman Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technician
US Army
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
Junior Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technician
US Army
03.2022 - 04.2023Read More
Cochise College
Associate in Air And Space Exploration Technology from Aerospace Engineering
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