Survey Technician United States
Resume:
Jason Powell
**** ******** ***** *. ************, VA 23237
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Jason,ad3mou@r.postjobfree.com
Objective:
DroneUp Flight Academy Instructor that is seeking an opportunity to advance my career within the company. With over 20 years in combined Manned Aviation, Management and sUAS Platforms, I aspire to become a valuable asset to DroneUp while utilizing my skills, background and experience within the Aviation Industry to progress our company in the path forward. As a Disabled United States Marine Combat Veteran with years of experience in management, I have had a very broad and diverse opportunity in taking on numerous roles. Working as a Survey Technician, AutoCAD technician, Commercial UAV Pilot, Flight/Ground Instructor, and Charter Pilot. Over the years I have been able to develop and sharpen skills in AutoCAD, Pix4D, Global Mapper and many other various programs. Learning new software and building off the foundation previously set has shaped me into the professional I am today. Fully committed to providing excellence and attention to detail in every type of scenario, ensuring that goals are met and work is done right.
Work Experience/Qualifications:
DroneUp Flight Academy Instructor/Test Pilot
Petersburg, VA June 2022- Current
Instruct prospective trainees on our companies most current platforms and software
Perform flight testing in accordance with managements rigorous guidelines
Participated in developing DFA’s SOP and Curriculum
Travel to Hubs located across the country to perform Recurrency and Differences Training along with One-off training
Level One Maintenance Certified
Help oversee all Flight and Ground Operations Conducted at RBC and at various Hubs
Powell Flight Services DJI Pilot/Photographer/Videographer
Richmond, VA March 2019- June 2022
•Commercial/Residential Photography/Videography
•Subcontracted with NAI Dominion
•Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations
•Oversee Flight/Ground Operations
•Perform pre-flight, inflight and post-flight safety checks
Shockoe Solar Solar Lead Installer/Installer/UAV Pilot and Producer
Ashland, VA June 2019-July 2021
•Commercial/Residential Solar Array installation
•Familiar with SMA, IQ7 and IQ7+ Inverters and Micro-Inverters
•Responsible for Mobile Field Command (34ft Fully Operational Solar Trailer)
•Producer and Pilot of all our clients Commercial and Residential aerial drone footage
•Well versed in OSHA practices and procedures regarding safety and compliance
•Lull/Forklift/Lift proficient
Townes PC UAS/UAV Program Manager/Survey Technician
Colonial Heights, VA May 2016-May 2019
•Participation and execution of construction, boundary, topographic and mortgage surveys
•Operate Leica Total Stations and GNSS Systems proficiently as a Crew Chief
•Proper care of equipment and supplies including maintenance of UAV/UAS Systems
•Process and thoroughly understand Pix4D software and capabilities
•Flight plan and operate SenseFly Ebee and SenseFly Albris model UAV/UAS systems
•Perform infrared solar panel inspections and volumetric calculations
•Accurately draw, convert, and export Global Mapper drawings to AutoCAD
•AutoCAD Technician
•Perform courthouse research and estimate cost associated with clients’ needs
Balzer & Associates Survey Technician
Midlothian, VA January 2016-May 2016
•Participation and execution of construction, boundary, topographic and mortgage surveys
•Cutting a line, marking stakes, measurements and operating robotic total station
•Proper care of equipment and supplies
Paraclete Aviation Charter Pilot/Skydiving Pilot
Fayetteville, NC January 2013-December 2013
•Conduct flights in controlled airspace abiding by rules and regulations governed by the FAA
•Ensure proper weight and balance according to aircraft specifications
•Line/Ground operations (aircraft towing, refueling, deicing and maintenance)
•Establish proper altitude and drop point calculations while factoring in winds aloft
• Logbook/Data Entry
Centerline Aviation FAA Certified Flight/Ground Instructor
Fayetteville, NC June 2008- December 2013
•Develop curricula and instruct students in a classroom setting
•Conduct training flights while determining a student’s proficiency
•Report on student progress and develop new teaching methods
•Responsible for training students in subjects such as aircraft systems, operating procedures, local and regional weather, handling emergencies, problem analysis, aircraft navigation, radio operations and aerodynamics.
•Logbook/Data Entry Record
United States Marines UH-1N/AH-1W; Q/A (Quality Assurance)
MAG-29, HML/A-269 MCAS New River
Jacksonville, NC July 2000-July 2004
•Oversee daily aircraft readiness reports
•Inspect, log and analyze aircraft logbooks
•Maintain proper sortie mission completion and statements to commanding officer
•Non-commissioned officer decorated with awards and medals
•Top secret security clearance
•Participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom
Education:
-New Horizons Learning Center
Cyber Defender Program/Cybersecurity
Richmond, VA April 2022- Current (Est. Graduating June 2022)
-John Tyler Community College
Surveying (Career Studies Certification)
Chester, VA August 2015- June 2016
-North American Institute of Aviation
Professional Pilot Program
Conway, SC April 2006-April 2008
-Cape Fear Community College
Business Management
Wilmington, NC August 2004-December 2005
Awards/Certifications:
•Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
•Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
•National Defense Service Medal
•Presidential Unit Citation
•Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
•Combat Action Ribbon
•Rifle Qualification Badge (Sharpshooter)
•Certificate of Appreciation
•FAA Certified Flight/Ground Instructor (Gold Seal)
•FAA Certified Commercial Pilot (Instrument Rated)
•FAA Certified Remote Operators Permit
References Available Upon Request
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