Marquette H. Magee

***** *** ***** **. ************, FL 32226

850-***-**** / ac2ffe@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To seek an executive-level Project Management/Training & Operations position with a company that embraces process improvement.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Aviation Professional with 25+ years of Leadership/Management experience culminating in over 4,500 fixed/rotary flight hours

Schoolhouse Administrator with Director-Level experience in high-output student pilot Training Production

Navy Master Training Specialist with 8 years of Instructional and Curriculum Development experience

Extensive Training & Operations and Program & Personnel Management background in the P-3C and SH-60B airframe

Manager of Risk that protected personnel, assets and high-dollar technical equipment while conducting high-tempo operations

Maintains an active TS/SCI Top Secret Security Clearance

Strong communicator, orator and presenter with excellent oral/written skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite/MS Project

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Syracuse University – 2017 (in progress, completion Oct 2017)

Naval Aviation Safety Officer certified – 2015

Master of Business Administration – 3.86 GPA, Florida International University - 2014

Master of Arts – National Security and Strategic Studies/Foreign Affairs – 3.5 GPA, U.S. Naval War College - 2012

Designated Naval Aviator - Helicopter Pilot, United States Navy Flight School, Pensacola, Florida & Corpus Christie, TX - 2003

Airmen Certificate for Single-Engine Helicopter/Fixed-Wing/Instrument Rating, Federal Aviation Authority - 2003

Master Training Specialist, Department of the Navy - 2002

Bachelor of Applied Science – Workforce Education and Training/Educational Instructional Technology – 3.83 GPA, Southern Illinois University - 2001

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER, JUN 2017 – PRESENT Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Weapons School, Jacksonville, FL

Serves as the Administrative Department Head for 110 Officers, Sailors and civilians in support of the development and standardization for postgraduate maritime patrol and reconnaissance training and tactics, mission planning, and weapons employment for the MPR Force.

ASSISTANT COMBAT DIRECTION CENTER OFFICER, JAN 2015 – JUN 2017 U.S.S Dwight D. Eisenhower, Norfolk, VA

Served as the flagship’s principal defender with weapons release authority that choreographed the daily actions of 10 Naval Officers and 62 technical personnel in the collection, evaluation and dissemination of tactical information required for anti-air missile defense. Directed the tactical command center, provided force protection against surface, subsurface, and air threats for a ship’s crew of over 5,000 personnel.

As the Lead Tactical Action Officer, developed and managed the maritime air and tactical surface picture in direct support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Directly facilitated the completion of 690 flight mission sorties resulting in the employment of 326 weapons drops in support of anti-terrorism campaigns in Iraq and Syria, with a cumulative success rate of 97%.

Forged critical relationships with multiple internal/external agencies, ensuring the seamless tactical ship integration necessary to complete 8 successful international straits passages and to conduct 110 days of successful combat flight operations in a war zone.

Architect for the Operations Department largest and most critical segment of the 2016 INSURV inspection. Spearheaded 7 live weapon Detect-to-Engage events involving 10 complex anti-air defense systems during Eisenhower’s Sea Trials. The process involved cross-departmental coordination, liaising with 3 external agencies, requisitioning assets and drafting pre-exercise messages. Those efforts resulted in the department earning a “Green” readiness rating for the first INSURV in over 10 years.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR, AVIATION TRAINING SCHOOL, NOV 2012 – JAN 2015, Naval Aviation Schools Command, Pensacola, FL

I directed a diverse staff of 26 military and 6 civilian personnel in providing administrative support and classroom training to over 1700 multi-service/multi-national undergraduate pilots and flight officers annually. Additionally, I managed a $4.6 million annual curriculum training budget inclusive of Introductory Flight Screening Program, Aviation Preflight Indoctrination, and the Aviation Commanding Officer Training, while planning and prioritizing student production requirements.

Administratively processed and supervised instruction for over 1700 U.S. and International naval aviators for FY13 and FY14, meeting 100% of the demand signal for Fleet Replacement student requirements. Supervised and evaluated Naval Aviation School Command’s FY14 pilot, revision and implementation of Aviation Preflight Indoctrination’s 17-year old legacy training curriculum including Aerodynamics I & II, Aviation Weather, Engine Systems, Navigation and Flight Rules & Regulations.

Facilitated over 500 hours of instruction to 2,162 students from 3 U.S. military services and 37 foreign countries with a cumulative test score average of 92%. Earned the FY14 2nd quarter “Instructor of the Quarter” award for teaching excellence.

Implemented a previously non-existent physical fitness program to the current schoolhouse syllabus that resulted in immediate positive impact to health and morale among the largest department of the command.

GRADUATE STUDENT, OCT 2011 – NOV 2012, U.S. Naval War College, Newport R.I

Graduate student at the Naval War College's Command and Staff College

Completed 36 credits: Phase I of the U.S. Chairman Joint Chiefs Staff/Joint Professional Military Education Phase I requirements

Degree: Masters of National Security and Strategic Studies, Foreign Affairs

Thesis: Counter-Terrorism: Law Enforcement, Armed Conflict or Both? A Commander's Dilemma

438TH AIR EXPEDITIONARY GROUP OPERATIONS OFFICER, JULY 2010 - JULY 2011, Kandahar Air Base, Afghanistan

Chief of Operations, Training and Schedules for a 400+ personnel Afghan Air Force unit based in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Served as a U.S. helicopter pilot instructor and Air Advisor to Afghan aviation leadership in austere war-time conditions to develop combat air power and conduct military operations other than war including: logistics, re-supply, Search and Rescue, disaster relief and medical evacuation.

Created a comprehensive joint air request procedure for the Afghan 205th/215th Corps to standardize future helicopter operations for all of central and southeast Afghanistan. Mentored and trained Afghan Air Force leadership on sustainable use of a moderate flight hour/maintenance management plan, while managing a 95% sortie completion rate for the training mission.

Commanded a two aircraft Mi-17 detachment in the insurgent stronghold of Helmand province, extending Afghan operations and doubling its logistics and flight hour capacity by 50%. Linchpin behind a successful multi-national unit with 7 helicopters, 4 partner nations flying over 1400 sorties with 700+ flight hours, transporting 6100 Afghan troops and over 101,500kg of cargo.

Implemented a robust Mi-17 helicopter Standardization and Evaluation program from scratch to assess Afghan aircrew abilities. Developed an Mi-17 helicopter training program and test material with host nation buy-in/participation for 14 Afghan pilots, 5 flight engineers and 3 crew chiefs, building core competencies and ensuring a long-term sustainable Afghan aviation capability.

With no script, orchestrated Kandahar Air Wing's complex logistics/VIP transportation requirements for 72 hours in direct support of the 2010 Afghan Presidential election involving 5 helicopters and movement of over 425 provincial delegates and staff.

CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM MODEL MANAGER / INSTRUMENT TRAINING OFFICER

INSTRUCTOR PILOT / ASSISTANT OPERATIONS OFFICER, APR 2004 – JUNE 2010 Naval Station Mayport, Florida

I served as an SH-60B helicopter instructor pilot that deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Inherent Resolve/Operation Enduring Freedom. Performed multiple roles to include: Assistant Squadron Operations Officer, Search & Rescue Officer, Functional Check Pilot. Proficient in Night Vision/Confined Area Landings and Weapons Employment.

Single-handedly re-wrote HSMWINGLANT’s Instrument Ground School syllabus and implemented a robust 2-day curriculum with practicum testing for 6 helicopter squadrons and 250 pilots. Recognized subject matter expert that provided mandatory annual instrument flight rules refresher training necessary for pilots to maintain currency and reinforce basic principles.

Handpicked to serve in a new position as Crew Management Resource (CRM) Curriculum Model Manager and single point of expertise for the entire SH-60B community. Shouldered heavy workload, providing CRM initial, re-currency and facilitator training certifications to115 aircrew, while serving as the training compliance inspector for 10 East and West coast squadrons.

Re-invigorated the Search and Rescue (SAR) program by setting the conditions for success through rigorous ground and flight training. This effort led to the great victory achieved during the 2007 SAR Evaluation. Also received the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal for outstanding performance during the 2007 Communications Security Inspection for program compliance.

Created the unit’s Motorcycle Club and sponsored the inaugural Jacksonville ride to champion the Chief of Naval Operation’s motorcycle safety initiative that emphasizes mentoring of inexperienced riders, increased awareness and reduction of mishaps.

SERVANT LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE

Served the National Naval Officer Association for Norfolk, Virginia and Jacksonville, Florida Chapters (Jan 2007 to Present). Outreach coordinator for local community and military-related events, fundraisers and high school/college recruiting and scholarship activities.

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