Available: March *, ****

PATRICK J. RIORDAN

*** ****** ***** ****, **********, AL // 334-***-**** // abn3w9@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as a Sustainment Advisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

27 year Army Veteran with over 20 years of aviation flight experience and training through a combination of

varied and challenging military assignments. A proven leader, mentor, and team member. An expert in aviation

operations, flight planning and armed reconnaissance with specific expertise in the Bell 407, OH-58D, OH-

58A/C and UH-1H Helicopters. Consummate professional flight instructor requiring no supervision to ensure the

success of any mission with an exemplary flight safety record. A proven ability to interact with all team

members including those of diverse cultures and backgrounds.

FLIGHT HOURS:

Total Time: 3744 OH-58D 2964

Pilot in Command 2866 UH-1H 469

Night 168 OH-58A/C 190

Night Vision Goggle 1481 Bell 407 121

Instructor/Evaluator 1128

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS and TRAINING:

US Government

Active SECRET security clearance 2011

Government Flight Representative Course 2011

Bell Helicopter Training Academy, Fort Worth, Texas

Bell 407 Qualification Course, 2011

Bell 407 Operational Check Flight Course, 2011

US Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, Alabama

Rotary Wing Instrument Flight Examiner Course 2004

OH-58D Instructor Pilot Qualification 1997

OH-58D Aircraft Qualification Course 1994

Army Aviator Designation (OH-58A/C & UH-1) 1993

Federal Aviation Administration

Commercial Pilot – Rotorcraft Helicopter 1993

Instrument Pilot – Rotorcraft Helicopter 1993

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science – Aviation Technology 2007

Everglades University Boca Raton, Florida

Associates in Occupational Studies – Aviation Studies 2000

Regents College Albany, New York

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

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United States Army 1985 - 2013

OH-58D Simulation Subject Matter Expert and Project Manager May 2008 – Feb. 2013

(Training Developer, Materiel Developer, Project Manager, Test Program Ft. Rucker, AL

Manager, Simulation Integrator).

Developed simulator requirements in conjunction with other stakeholders, advising acquisition officers during materiel

development, development and execution of testing and accreditation plans for all OH-58D simulations and

simulators. Significant efforts include the OH-58D Operational Flight Trainer, the Aviation Combined Arms Tactical

Trainer, and the OH-58D Cockpit Procedures Trainer. Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for performance of

these duties.

Iraqi Armed 407 Program Training and Fielding Team Chief May 2011 – Sept. 2012

(Project Lead, Manager, Supervisor, Chief Pilot, Check Airman, Flight Instructor). Redstone Arsenal, AL

Lead a four person Training And Fielding Team (TAFT) in developing a program of instruction for Iraqi officers to

transition to the Iraqi Armed 407 aircraft. Developed, planned, resourced and executed the first Iraqi Armed-407

helicopter qualification course at Redstone Arsenal for two Iraqi officers and four contractor pilots including aerial

gunnery. Was prepared to execute the same training plan within the country of Iraq.

OH-58D Troop Standardization Instructor Pilot May 2005 – May 2008

(Chief Pilot, Check Airman, Flight Instructor, Lead Pilot and Manager). Ft. Bragg, NC

Developed, managed and executed a robust training plan for 20 plus pilots. Planned, scheduled and conducted

integration and gunnery training for all new unit pilots. Conducted annual proficiency, no notice and instrument check

rides for all unit pilots. Mentored and supervised two subordinate instructor pilots. Lead a section in combat as Air

Mission Commander and advised superiors on unit training and mission accomplishment during highly successful

operations in Mosul & Tal Afar, Iraq in 2006-2007. Awarded the Army Commendation Medal for Valor, the Bronze

Star Medal and two Air Medals for performance of these duties

Flight Operations Officer Oct 2004 – May 2005

(Operations Manager, Flight Dispatcher). Ft. Bragg, NC

Coordinated and supported all facets of flight operations for an Aviation Attack Battalion. Scheduled and tracked all

flights, coordinated and supported filing of all flight plans. Managed a 5500 flight hour program for a fleet of 30

helicopters. Supervised and managed a staff of three flight operations specialists and ensured all pilot flying hours

were properly tracked and recorded in each pilot’s permanent records. Additional responsibilities included flight

instruction and operational missions as required.

Observer Controller Mar 2001 – Oct 2004

(Training Developer, Instructor, Evaluator, and Analyst). Hohenfels, Germany

Observed and controlled company sized (10-12 aircraft) aviation units while conducting high intensity simulated

combat training. As an army aviation technical and tactical expert, provided analysis for aviation unit operations

encompassing compliance with international aviation regulations, Army Aviation and Safety regulations, and standard

operating procedures (SOPs). Prepared after action reviews to provide feedback to evaluated units to improve their

operations and procedures and conducted research on ways to improve unit operations. Utilized expert mission

planning and flight planning software experience to integrate the Portable Flight Planning System (Falcon View) as the

flight planning standard within the Combat Maneuver Training Center Aviation Detachment. Awarded the Meritorious

Service Medal for performance of these duties.

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