Nathan

Current commander and Chief Pilot of a 200-person aviation squadron operating 12 aircraft, with full responsibility for flight operations, safety, training, and mission execution. Lead and mentor pilots and aircrew with a strong emphasis on risk management, standardization, and disciplined decision-making in complex, dynamic environments. Oversee aircraft maintenance, readiness, and preparation for global deployments across the Pacific area of operations. Foster a professional safety culture built on accountability and continuous improvement, consistently delivering safe, reliable results during high-tempo and high-pressure operations.

MV-22B standardization pilot, ensuring consistent tactical proficiency, procedural compliance, and safety standards across all squadrons. Conducted check rides and flight leadership upgrades, mentoring instructors and aircrew while reinforcing disciplined decision-making and standardized operations. Led aviation initiatives across eight squadrons operating more than 100 aircraft. Directed initiatives to improve operational processes, training effectiveness, safety programs, and crew resource management.

Second-in-command of a Marine aviation group comprising 7 squadrons and approximately 1,500 personnel. Directed all staff functions and routinely served as acting Commanding Officer, overseeing operations, training, and maintenance to ensure continuous readiness for global and Pacific theater contingencies. Provided senior-level leadership across complex, multi-squadron aviation operations while balancing mission execution with safety and standardization. Served as the senior MV-22B standardization pilot for two squadrons, maintaining tactical proficiency and safety standards across the fleet. Routinely conducted check rides and flight leadership upgrades.

Supported operational planning and strategic initiatives at U.S. Navy Pacific Fleet headquarters at Pearl Harbor. Led planning teams focused on potential Pacific contingencies and advised senior leaders on large-scale joint and expeditionary operations. Concurrently maintained flying proficiency by serving as an instructor for all MV-22 squadrons on Hawaii.

Second in Command of a Marine MV-22B squadron leading 180 Marines and 12 aircraft while forward deployed to Darwin, Australia. As the senior instructor, directed flight operations, training, and safety programs. Led all staff functions and major departments. Mentored pilots and aircrew in tactics, decision making and crew resource management. Enhanced readiness and supported global deployments with multi-nation partners.

Direct supervisor for 130 aircraft maintenance personnel, maintaining 12 MV-22Bs for global deployments across the Pacific. Ensured compliance with all maintenance directives, training and programs. Sustained 70% aircraft readiness and 1,000+ flight hours over an 8 month period. Additionally, acted as the senior instructor pilot, training 27 pilots in tactics and operations. Conducted check rides and flight leadership upgrades.

Directed flight operations, scheduling, and training for a fleet of 12 aircraft and 180 personnel, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable mission execution. Oversaw mission planning, safety programs, and operational risk management in support of worldwide operations across diverse operating environments. Served as a senior instructor pilot responsible for training, mentoring, and standardizing 27 pilots in advanced aircraft operations, crew coordination, and disciplined decision-making.