MOS 15U
CH-47 Helicopter Repairer
NCOER Bullets
Maintainer
o supported three different airframes staging 45 helicopters at port operations; enabled completion of the mission two weeks ahead of schedule
Crew Chief
o maintained an individual physical fitness program despite working varying day and night shifts
o enhanced relations with a United Nation ally by training a detachment of the Royal Singapore Air Force on CH-47 internal loads; a critical task for all Chinook units
o provided Electronic Warfare Support during decisive Combat Operations in the Panjwai' District
o oversaw the Publications and FLIP program, served as ALSE NCO ensuring that essential ALSE equipment was inspected and available
o filled the role of Unit Movement Officer and Aircraft Load Planner in the absence of a qualified officer
o developed and implemented a Door Gunnery training plan based on the unit's METL resulting in the unit receiving a first time go on aerial door gunnery
o planned and arranged required equipment and personnel to support the CH-47 aircraft flying program
o projects self-confidence, authority and enthusiasm; remains calm and poised under pressure and is able to manage numerous tasks simultaneously
15U2O Flight Engineer
o guided and provided direction for five RL3 crew chiefs; bestowed concrete fundamentals that guaranted minimum progression time to RL1 Day/Night/NVG
o led 10 Soldiers on several tasks configuring the aircraft for C-17 transport; exhibited a unmatched determination, prepared 12 aircraft for transport in 96 hours
o acted as a peer mentor for a new Flight Engineer Instructor in the flight platoon
o functioned as a Flight Engineer/Standardization Instructor where he progressed and evaluated 11 mission-trained Non-rated crewmembers and flew over 300 incident and accident-free hours
ALSE Repairer
o trained and certified three techs on JHMCS/CSEL loading; increased certification numbers 100%, expanded combat mission capability by 50%
o he was solely responsible for both the Aircraft Life Support program and the modified refueling and egress safety certification for the Bn
o trained 75 Soldiers in basic Life Support Equipment use and readiness
o trained Soldiers and NCOs on how to build and sustain a successful scheduled maintenance program
o piloted ALSE Quality Control program; oversaw five inspectors and 1.4K equipment inspections; equipment 100% ready
o filled NCOIC role for 2 weeks; supervised 11 Soldiers, 2 sections, and managed 55 sorties/120 flying hours; unit combat capability maintained
o oversaw six IFE after-action inspections; quarantined pilot flight gear, recorded findings, authored mishap report; contributed to flight safety
o completed 700 pre/post-flight equipment inspection; prepared $2,000,000 in equipment assets for squadron, supported 123 sorties with zero ALSE delays
o assisted the Battalion Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) NCO with preparation the deployment to Iraq
o ensured the delivery of crucial life support equipment improvements needed for the war fighter's continued success in the Global War on Terrorism
o top technician; maintained appropriate flight gear for 12 CH-47 pilots; facilitated 300 sorties
o outfitted CSAR aircrew; prepared 110 CSEL, NVG, survival vests, and helmets; supported 123 flight hours for Exercise BALIKATAN
o her selfless service and dedication was instrumental in the Battalion's successful preparation for deployment
o led Combat Survival Evader Locator (CSEL) evaluation program; tested 48 radios, enhanced secure communication capabilities and improved readiness
Standardization Instructor
o created opportunities during missions which resulted in three new mission tasks being added to aircrew qualifications
