R. SCOTT POMARICO

361-***-**** (M) • ac3b6b@r.postjobfree.com • 912-***-**** (H)

**** ** ******** ***, ************, GA 31324

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

• Senior-level Aviation Operations Management

• Aviation Safety Professional, ISBAO Auditor

• Acquisition & Strategic Planning Professional

demonstrated with Department of Defense for

26 years, and then in commercial aviation and

the federal government for 10 years

• Orchestrated multimillion-dollar aviation

operational, acquisitions, and safety programs

• Chief executive (CE) of medium and-small sized

Department of Defense (DoD) organizations

• Typed in the G650, G550,G450,G200,G150

• Current in G650,G550, G550 / 1st Class Medical

AVIATION CREDENTIALS:

• GENERAL - TT 6124/ATP/PIC - 5735/JET - 5901

• CORPORATE -G650/G550/GV/G450/G200/G150

• MILITARY - AV8B/A4M/F16CD/T45AC/T6A / T2C

• INTERNATIONAL – Europe, SE Asia, China

EDUCATION:

BA, Dowling College, Oakdale, NY • Graduate Level - Aviation Safety, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP:

• Managed numerous levels of DoD and Joint governmental, civilian, and contractor support personnel. Managed aviation units as large as 3000+ personnel and 100+ aircraft, including the transport of people and things in support of national security objectives, within and outside U.S., to austere complex and hazardous environments without loss of life or aircraft.

• As Director of Aviation Programs for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) managed aviation acquisition and modification of two 737's to support National Security requirements for the NNSA. Operations also included DC-9, Lear-35, and Twin Otters which operated both civil and public. AVIATION SAFETY:

• Qualified as a Federal Aviation Safety Officer recognized by General Services Administration (GSA). Investigated aviation mishaps (fatal and non-fatal), and was considered the duty safety expert and principle advisor to the CE.

• Developed/implemented Safety department’s restructure to support Marine Corps Aviation Campaign plan on standardization across all multiple type, model, and series of aircraft. Recognized for aviation safety contributions within the Department of Navy. First to develop a Safety Management System (SMS) Program within NNSA and Gulfstream Aerospace Flight Test Department.

• Driving force to implement ISBAO operations processes within the Department of Energy aviation community. ISBAO qualified and school trained auditor. Graduate level training regarding implementation of aviation safety programs and formally trained to investigate aircraft mishaps. As GAC Safety Manger, managed the integration of SMS into the Gulfstream Flight Operations Department. AVIATION OPERATIONS, SECURITY, AND MANAGEMENT:

• OEM & FAA approved Production Test Pilot for G650/550/V/450 and Special Missions aircraft. Also provided Entry Into Service (EIS) for Large Cabin aircraft to include domestic and international delivery.

• Knowledge of 14 CFR and Federal Acquisition Regulations especially as it relates to civil and public operations. Designated Aviation Program Manger by the Department of Energy and SME expert for all aviation issues for NNSA. Met FAA requirements for the Director of Aviation of a Part 125 program.

• Qualified as a Contracts Officer Representative for the NNSA. Experienced at streamlining processes in order to reduce costs, and enhance responsiveness.

COMMUNICATION / COORDINATION:

• Effective communicator, able to establish productive communication within the workforce and foster meaningful information exchange.

• Exercised tact, discretion, and confidentiality in dealing with personnel at all levels. Expert trainer, mentor and facilitator known for building effective partnerships regardless of geographical dispersion. NOTEWORTHY ACHIEVEMENTS:

Colonel, U. S. Marine Corps (retired) decorated combat veteran. Recognized for aviation excellence for safety, leadership, management, operations, maintenance, and innovative programs. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

JAN 2012 TO PRESENT • SENIOR PRODUCTION TEST PILOT (GAC) / SAVANNAH, GA

(Also filled Safety oversight of Flight Operations and Special Missions Project Pilot) SEPT 2009 TO JAN 2012 • NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (NNSA) / ABQ, NM

(Secure transportation of nuclear weapons, components, Federal Agents, and nuclear materials) DIRECTOR OF AVIATION PROGRAMS – Responsible for managing multiple aircraft (737/DC-9/Lear 35/G- III/Twin Otter) and 60+ personnel, operating both public and civil. Directed the transition towards a SMS compliant, government owned and operated Part 125 operation. APRIL 2009 TO SEPT 2009 • SELF-EMPLOYED - AVIATION OPERATIONS/MAINTENANCE, HEATH, TX

(Senior Aviation Consultant and Contract Pilot Services for Domestic and International Companies) DEC 2006 TO APRIL 2009 • SENIOR PRODUCTION TEST PILOT, CAPTAIN G-150 AND G-200, GAS, DALLAS, TX

(OEM completion center for G-150 & G-200 aircraft - Evaluation of production aircraft) JUNE 2000 TO DEC 2006 • CHIEF EXECUTIVE (CE), MARINE AVIATION TRAINING SUPPORT GROUP, CORPUS, TX

(Specialized organization responsible for training USMC Officers and Pilots for worldwide service) JUN 2003 TO MAY 2005 • MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE (MEF), CAMP LEJEUNE, NC

(Principle aviation advisor to the CE of a 25,000 personnel and 400+ aircraft organization) AUG 2002 TO JUN 2003 • DEPUTY, CE, MAG - 14 CHERRY POINT, NC/MAG – 13, YUMA, AZ

(Aviation unit consisting of 3000+ personnel and 100+ aircraft committed to global customer support) JUN 2000 T0 AUG 2002 • CE, MARINE ATTACK SQUADRON - 223, CHERRY POINT, NC

(Aviation unit consisting of 300+ personnel and 16 aircraft committed to global customer support)

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