Engineer Air Force

Lyle Ostrander

Email: *********@********.***

Address: **-*** *** ***** ******

City: Kaneohe

State: HI

Zip: 96744

Country: USA

Phone: 808-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $70,000

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Lyle L. Ostrander

47-720 Hui Ulili Street Kaneohe, HI 96744

*********@********.*** Cell 808-***-****

United States Citizen SSN#: XXX-XX-5519

5-Point Veterans Preference No Federal transfer or reinstatement eligibility

Security Clearance: TS/SCI (DCID 1/14 Eligible)

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Professional Profile

Accomplished professional with 20 year track record of success in mission planning, intelligence collection and analysis, surveillance aircraft operations and maintenance, navigation, and personnel management. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of mission planning, policies and procedures for execution of deliberate planning cycle actions. Insight to develop, coordinate, publish, and execute operation plans, concept plans, functional plans, and mobilization plan personnel annexes. Adept at collecting, identifying, analyzing issues and developing recommendations to resolve problems regarding the commands response to contingencies. Solid understanding of conducting Operational Planning Meetings. Outstanding communication and presentation talents; deliver concise reports and briefings for executive audiences, interpret regulatory and policy guidance, and prepare recommendations for management, deftly translating complex concepts to fit any technical skill level. Highly organized and results-oriented leader; consummate professional noted for building peak-performing teams, directing complex operations and projects, and achieving high-priority goals consistently.

Career Experience

United States Air Force, 95th Reconnaissance Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom; Supervisor: Lt. Col. Thomas Finneran, DSN 314-***-****, You May Contact; Hours per week: 40+; Salary: $72,000

Flight Commander(February 2008 to July 2011)

Led group employing RC-135 aircraft and cutting edge technology platforms to conduct electronic intelligence (ELINT) collection and analysis across Europe; ensured RC-135 Rivet Joint and Combat Sent was seamlessly integrated with other NATO collection platforms. Supervised up to eight personnel in reporting data to NSA, DIA and other military and federal intelligence community customers. Oversaw procurement, maintenance and operation of $500K in vital intelligence analysis equipment.

Key Contributions: Supplied 45 mission plans for reconnaissance operations, supervised 30+ operations, training and overhead missions, served as Mission Director for 20+ sorties, and demonstrated exceptional coordination skills with 17 AF/USAFRICOM/USCENTCOM meeting Higher Headquarters tasking. Accomplished over 50 combined Rivet Joint, Combat Sent and Constant Phoenix Missions fulfilling duties as: Mission Director, Supervisor of Flying, and Operations Supervisor. Led groundbreaking intelligence collection against terrorist group; identified 335 terrorist communication nodes and 331 individual High Value Targets (HVT). Received second Aerial Achievement and third Commendation Medals for outstanding performance during this period.

United States Air Force, 55th Operations Group (ACC), Offutt AFB, NE 68113; Supervisor: Lt Col Chris Herring DSN 312-***-****, You May Contact, Hours per week: 40+; Salary: $72,000

Standardizations / Evaluation Flight Examiner / Evaluator Navigator (August 2007 to February 2008)

Ensured squadron navigators performed duties in accordance with governing regulations and directed procedures. Created and implemented operating procedures for new equipment and evolving mission requirements. Navigator Point of Contact (POC) for aircraft re-engine and cockpit avionics conversions. Maintained mission-ready status for worldwide deployments in reaction to national leadership-level taskings. Navigated RC-135 aircraft to optimize effectiveness of reconnaissance operations in politically sensitive / hostile regions.

Key Contributions: Navigated on 12 missions to build vital Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) umbrella for coalition ground forces during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom; garnered second Air Medal for Meritorious Achievement While Participating in Aerial Flight. Handpicked to conduct new crewmember certification, playing key role in developing mission-ready navigators. Processed, maintain, and ensured accuracy of 111 flight evaluation folders; consistently exceeded standards during major inspections and achieved 100% compliance with directives. Managed 100+ unit flying publications critical to safe flying operations; championed transition to electronic publication that saved organization thousands of dollars annually.

United States Air Force, 38th Reconnaissance Squadron (ACC), Offutt AFB, NE 68113; Supervisors: Col Mike Kelly, DSN 312-***-****; Col Ronald Machoian, DSN 312-***-****; Lt Col Tom Nicholson, DSN 312-***-****; or Lt Col John Cooper, DSN 312-***-****, You May Contact; Hours per week: 40+; Salary: $ 72,000

Assistant Director of Operations / Evaluator Navigator RC-135 (December 2003 to August 2007)

Directed safe operation of $160M surveillance aircraft in potentially hostile regions worldwide. Operated equipment critical to provide situational awareness to intelligence customers; collected and distributed time-sensitive ISR. Maintained vital communication and control links with command-level agencies.

Key Contributions: Excelled as the Assistant Director of Operations by executing planning and training maintaining flawless combat operations continuity through 3 Director of Operations transitions. Received first Air Medal for Meritorious Achievement. Led squadron readiness ensuring 106 aircrew members completed 1600 training events making certain the 38th Reconnaissance was 100% combat mission ready . Evaluated 4 Operational Readiness Exercises in preparation for the 55th Wings Operational Readiness inspection. Full Spectrum Threat Response expert; developed and taught unit force protection procedures covering aircraft accidents, natural disasters and terrorist actions, increasing crew vigilance.

United States Air Force, 21st Airlift Squadron (AMC), Travis AFB, CA 94535; Supervisor: CMSgt (Ret.) Bryan Burns 312-***-****, You May Contact Yes; Hours per week: 40+; Salary: $30,000

C-5 Flight Engineer / EPR Monitor (December 1995 to December 2000)

Primary aircrew member; evaluated aircraft systems for proper operation during preflight, thruflight and postflight inspections. Oversaw fuel sequencing, and continuously monitored power plant, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic and pressurization systems; utilized in-flight malfunction, detection and analysis recording (MADAR) system to troubleshoot equipment. Computed aircraft performance data for normal and emergency flight conditions; calculated and applied weight and balance data, maintained in-flight records and ensured on-time delivery of performance reports to relevant agencies.

Key Contributions: Accumulated 440+ accident-free flying hours and completed 20 combined training / operational missions. Resolved landing gear malfunction during high-profile Presidential support airlift mission; ensured safe landing, garnering praise from aircraft commander, Secret Service and White House. Demonstrated outstanding crew resource management during emergency aircraft landing; garnered Aircrew of the Month award for leading team to successfully recover and land aircraft following failure of nose landing gear. Handpicked to fly during major air show (Travis Air Expo 2000); flawlessly executed engine running offload for more than 90,000 spectators. Provided expert quality control for flight engineer performance report (EPR) tracking process; improved accuracy and timeliness of outgoing EPRs by 10%. Consistently demonstrated maturity and confidence, taking lead to ensure tasks were completed quickly and safely; efforts recognized through receipt of 1995 Airman of the Year Award, 1995 Outstanding Phase Technician of the Year Award, and Air Force Achievement Medal.

United States Air Force, 909th Air Refueling Squadron (PACAF), Kadena Air Base, Japan; Supervisor: Martin Entrichal, DSN 312-***-****, You May Contact; Hours per week: 40+; Salary: $ 24,000

Inspection Team Member (June 1991 to December 1995)

Performed maintenance for isochronal inspections on 15 assigned KC-135R aircraft, consistently receiving outstanding ratings from QA management. Utilized technical publications, manuals and associated aerospace ground equipment in fast-paced maintenance work areas while assisting Flight Line Section with aircraft inspections, ground handling and servicing; documented discrepancies in Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS). Researched and provided production control information for parts ordering; removed and replaced aircraft parts valued in excess of $50,000.

Key Contributions: Discovered damaged nose landing gear and assisted shop mechanics in replacing axle 33% faster than anticipated; led similar inspections that discovered and resolved several potentially fatal flaws in critical aircraft systems and equipment. Technical expertise and dedication to mission success ensured achievement of on-time take-off and mission effectiveness ratings (96.5% and 97.7% respectively). Selected as MA Quality Council Board Member; facilitated flight improvements, including Foreign Object Damage Prevention Program and work schedule feasibility study.

Education and Credentials Master of Arts in Human Relations (2009)

University of Oklahoma Norman, OK 73072 Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education Development (2000)

Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL 62901 Diploma

Hastings High School Hastings, NE 68901

Job-related Training Flight Safety Program Management Course (2008) Special Survival Training - SERE (2002, 2005, 2007) Squadron Officer School (2005) Primary Navigation (2001) Airman Leadership School (1996) C-5 Flight Engineer Initial Qualification (1996) Combat Survival Training Course (1996) Water Survival, Non-Parachuting (1996) Basic Flight Engineer Course (1996) KC-135 Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman Training (1995) CAMS Air force Maintenance Collection (1992) E-4B Aircraft Maintenance Familiarization (1992) KC-135 Apprentice Strategic Aircraft Maintenance Specialist Course (1991)

Selected Professional Achievements Awards Air Medal (2) Aerial Achievement Medal (2) Air Force Commendation Medal (3) Air Force Achievement Medal (2) Meritorious Unit Award (6) Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (7) Combat Readiness Medal (2) Air Force Good Conduct Medal (3) National Defense Service Medal (2) Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (2) Kosovo Campaign Medal Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Armed Forces Service Medal (2) Humanitarian Service Medal (2)

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of my statements are true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. December 18, 2012

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