Operations Superintendent/Program Manager/Flight Examiner

SAEGER THOMAS – TILLMAN

linkedin.com/in/saeger-thomas-tillman-mba-866308196 /850-***-****/adlcx0@r.postjobfree.com PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Aviation Specialist and Military Veteran with a Top-Secret Security Clearance/ SCI and 19+ years of proven experience in the United States Air Force specializing in flight instruction, aerospace, and aviation. A proven leader, manager and supervisor able to multi-task missions, projects, and programs placing the right personnel and resources as needed to meet internal and external requirements. Possess a comprehensive background in operations management, program analysis, strategic planning, process improvement, resource management, team building, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Proven ability to combine vision, ingenuity, and strong business judgment with well-developed project management and leadership qualities to support organizational effectiveness, reach, and overall expansion. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism. Career supported by a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Planning

• Leadership

• Data Analysis

• Training and Development

• Policy Implementation

• Instruction

• Asset Management

• Quality Control

• Communication

EDUCATION

• Master of Business Administration in Aviation, Embry Riddle 2020

• Bachelor of Science, Aeronautical Science and Safety, Embry Riddle 2017

• Associates of Science, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Community College of the Air Force 2011

• Associates of Science, Aviation Operations, Community College of the Air Force 2011 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Air Force, Hurlburt Field AFB, FL 2019 – Present Operations Superintendent/Program Manager/Flight Examiner

• Administers formal inspections, staff assistance visits, and aircrew testing for 898 aviators which decreases division overall operational risks 65% and saves $4.8 Million dollars annually.

• Key to the design, execution, and reporting of developmental and operational flight tests for the CV-22 Osprey Tiltrotor Aircraft and follow-on data analysis/policy implementation for critical radar modernization program.

• Represents the Flight Test Department during facilitation of test data reporting with third party developmental systems working groups and program stakeholders.

• Conducts staff mentoring of 13 Senior enlisted, 14 officers, 1500 airman personnel with a $3.4B operational budget.

• Administers formal inspections, staff assistance visits, and aircrew testing for 898 aviators.

• Manages 120 personnel key to successful execution of daily flight test operations and an increased overall mission safety capability rating of 17.5%.

• Executes flight tests in support of $500M acquisition initiative and $42M integration programs.

• Directs current operations flight test programs valued at $200M. CV-22 Special Mission Aviator Flight Examiner/ Program Manager 2012 – 2019

• Performed a myriad of complex mission-critical duties including serving as the subject matter expert, instructor and evaluator for the CV-22 Osprey.

• Developed various training courseware and syllabi for aircrew resulting in a 25% increase in training effectiveness.

• Supervised and managed aircrew training, proficiency, advancement and employment of 93 CV-22 special operators worldwide.

• Assessed personnel knowledge and mission readiness validated $104M flying hour program.

• Inspected 290 Flight Evaluation Folders and identified and fixed 330 discrepancies with 100% compliance across 9 departments.

• Flawlessly deployed $500K in classified mission planning materials need for 50 high visibility national missions.

• Successfully directed 7-year management plan of $2.2M standardization, evaluations, and Aviation publications program for 90 aircrew.

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United States Air Force, Dyess AFB, TX

C-130 Flight Instructor Flight Engineer / Program Manager 2007 – 2012

• Computed aircraft performance data for normal and maximum effort takeoffs and landings as well as airdrop, air refueling and emergency conditions data.

• Operated and monitored aircraft engines, hydraulics, pressurization, propellers, and fuel systems during aircraft operations as well as assisted the pilots in all emergency and normal procedures correcting critical malfunctions while

• airborne. Executive Staff go-to-man to lead throughout career to accomplish difficult, complex missions and projects of

• national Flight crew interest member that responsible required multi-for service, three multi-inter-organizational agency, and inter-22 joint governmental training exercises coordination. coordinating with partners in US Special Operations Command that ensured over 250 assets were combat ready.

• Trained various students with the knowledge, skills, and presented and facilitated, well prepared, organized lectures and classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus and US DoD policies.

• Managed the C-130 Automated Inspection Repair Corrosion and Aircraft Tracking program for 85 aircraft.

• Ensured 330 flight records were properly uploaded to correctly; making it possible for maintenance personnel to accurately plan and coordinate future inspections and time critical aircraft component replacements.

• Directed execution of normal and tactical checklists ensuring timely completion, and troubleshot aircraft malfunctions in-flight; during emergencies provided input and corrective recommendations to the aircraft commander.

• Managed critical training program for a flying unit of 120 Aircrew. United States Air Force, RAF Lakenheath UK/Tyndall AFB, FL F-15 C/D/E Aircraft Maintenance Technician 2002 – 2007

• Accomplished and coordinated all maintenance on 16 F-15 valued at over $ 500 MIllion. Performed all acceptance, transfer, preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections, as well as time compliance technical orders.

• Coordinated with multiple external agencies to ensure accurate status of the supply chain during comprehensive aircraft overhaul.

• Inspection Team Leader and Section Manager to ensure compliance with all scheduled deliverables and repair processes.

• Experience in working with diverse team to reach centralized common goals.

• Worked with specialists and other assigned personnel to ensure the work performed was of quality and properly documented.

• Controlled supply assets for assigned aircraft, time compliance technical orders, and scheduled component changes. CERTIFICATIONS

• PMP, Project Management Professional Certification, PMI In-Progress

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, US Air Force In-Progress

• Test Engineer/Test Conductor Initial Qualification, US Air Force 2019

• Human Resources Management Course, US Air Force 2019

• Senior Leadership Development Course, US Air Force 2016

• Electronic Warfare Fundamentals Course, US Navy 2015

• Crew Resource Management (CRM) Instructor, US Air Force 2012

• Basic Flight Instructor Course, US Air Force 2011

• Basic Flight Engineer Course, US Air Force 2007

• Hazardous Materials Management, US Air Force 2007

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification, Georgia Aviation College 2007 TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Software: Microsoft Office Suite/Sharepoint/Electronic Flight Bag.

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