Training Developer

Lloyd L. Bowden Jr.

**** ********* ***** ● Justin, Texas 76247

Residence: 940-***-**** ● Cell: 940-***-**** ● *************@*****.***

Business Development ● Training Development ● Program Management

Sr. Training Analyst and recently separated veteran (Staff Sergeant) with over 10 years service in the US Army. Managed and trained personnel in garrison and hostile environments through expertise in management, maintenance, inventory control, planning, budgeting, and effective leadership. Excellent negotiation and vendor/contract management skills. Knowledge of defense procurement process and key contact points. Hands-on experience with Individual and Crew Served Weapons systems and requirements for new weapon system. Core competencies include:

Leadership ● Management ● Training ● Business Development ● Presentation, Interpersonal, and Organizational Skills Change Management ● Continuous Improvement Programs ● Inventory Control ● Negotiating

Work Breakdown Structures ● Production Control ● New System Development ● High Personal Integrity

Microsoft Suite

Possess solid knowledge of Aviation, Training, Weapon Systems and Military Regulations.

Bachelor of Science –Business Management –University of Phoenix (completion dated 2008)

ITC - Certified US Army Instructor

Certified Training Developer

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Security Clearance - Active DoD Secret

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Fort Worth, Texas 2006 to Present

Sr. Training Analyst

Serves as Sr. Training Analyst for the multi-billion dollar Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter program responsible for creating and delivering (DoD) military training utilizing the Analyze, Design, Develop, Implementation, Evaluation (ADDIE) process. Performs task and training needs analyses to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing program. Develop and organize Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI), training manuals, and other educational material. Develop testing and evaluation procedures. Plans, develops, and facilitates training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops. Serves as systems matter expert and interacts between departments to gather information, develop lesson plans, student performance guides, examinations, training aids, audiovisual programs and other training materials, applying the System Approach to Training (SAT) process. Serves as instructor for teaching the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary for the maintenance and operation of the Army’s (Bell) new Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH-70A) helicopter.

Joined the company in the summer of 2006 tasked with leading the training and developing of military courseware for ARH-70A helicopter. Challenged to introduce policies, systems, and processes required to support military training and database development. Current scope of work includes systems matter expert, training Bell personnel in military Systems Approach to Training (SAT), sub-contractor management, budget control, production activities, advisor to technical publication and interacting with Bell and DoD Program Management for matters of Statement of Work (SOW), sub-contractor requirements, deliverables, budget and schedule.

Key Achievements:

 Developed and delivered training for the first successful loading and unloading of two experimental ARH-70A helicopters on a C-130 cargo airplane proving that the ARH can be rapidly deployed to hostile areas world wide. Team exceeded DoD requirements of 15 minutes, completing the task in only 11 minutes 15 seconds.

 Successfully negotiated the release of previously adapted training approach to employ a more direct and accurate approach focused on providing a less costly and a more efficient and effective training program.

Reported to: Chief of Military Training

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US Army, Ft. Eustis, Virginia 2004 to 2006

Senior Training Specialist/ Manager

Staff Sergeant (rank upon separation)

Served proudly as a non-commissioned officer in the US Army assigned to posts both CONUS and OCUNUS as a 15S OH-58D Maintenance Mechanic. I enlisted in the Army during the winter of 1996 and honorably discharged in May 2006.

Selected over peers to serve as Sr. Training Specialist. Managed training development team responsible for four helicopter training programs focused on both officer and enlisted training of maintenance, leadership and warrior skills; performed training needs analyses to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs; developed and organized training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials; developed testing and evaluation procedures; evaluated instructor performance and the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement; planned, developed, and provided training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops. Served as point of contact technical lead for new system development such as the Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), MK-19 and the GAU-19 weapon systems.

Reported to: Department of Attack Helicopter Training Director

Reason for Leaving: End of military service obligation.

US Army, Ft. Eustis, Virginia 2003 to 2004

Training Developer/ Instructor

Instructed/evaluated/examined helicopter maintenance personnel; served as an instructor for teaching the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary for the maintenance and/or repair of the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior (Bell) helicopter; presented and managed student training in group, self-paced or individualized training environments; conducted conferences, demonstrations, and practical exercise in major subject matter areas within course or instruction; used a wide variety of training aids and media in the conduct of training; served as subject matter expert and develops lesson plans, student performance guides, examinations, training aids, films, audiovisual programs and other training materials, applying the System Approach to Training (SAT) process; assisted in the technical and academic training of the initial entry soldiers, basic leaders/managers, trainee instructors and served as counselor in academic areas.

Reported to: Scout Helicopter Division Chief

Reason for Leaving: Promoted to new position

US Army, Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii 2001 to 2003

Platoon Sergeant/ Maintenance Supervisor

Ensured that the department aircraft comply with all U.S. Army, FAA and manufacturer airworthiness standards and are safe to fly; schedules, coordinated, supervised and/or performed all maintenance activities on the aircraft. Ensured that all necessary aircraft inspections and checks are performed properly and in a timely manner; participated in organizational planning; prepared and managed department maintenance budget. Ensured that all maintenance records are maintained in accordance with U.S. Army, FAA regulations and department policies; ensured that all activities within the hangar comply with all environmental, safety and security requirements. Supervised maintenance personnel. Ensured that all maintenance personnel maintain technical proficiency in all of the department’s aircraft.

Reported to: Troop Commander

Reason for Leaving: Permanent change of station

US Army, Schweinfurt, Germany/ Camp Humphries, Korea

Maintenance Team Leader 1996 to 2001

Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and components; serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems; prepared aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks; performs scheduled and special inspections, limited maintenance operational checks; diagnostic and troubleshooting of aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment as required; used and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment; prepared forms and records related to aircraft maintenance; performs air crewmember duties; performed duties of previous skill level and provided technical guidance to team members; performed operational checks and scheduled inspections; Diagnosed through troubleshooting, malfunctions in aircraft subsystems.

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