Don G.

About Don G.

Accomplished, influential, USNTPS-trained Rotary Wing Test Pilot and PMP-certified Project Manager with a proven history of leveraging leadership, relationship management, and planning expertise to orchestrate globally-distributed programs. Extensive technical project management experience in the United States Air Force; includes strong resource allocation, scheduling, and cross-functional team oversight experience. Proven leader with a passion for mentoring, coaching, and training personnel to introduce best practices, form cohesive teams, and think globally. Award-winning public speaker and communicator capable of forging partnerships with senior leadership, military officials, DoD contractors, technical teams, and vendors to understand needs and facilitate alignment. Strong ability to evaluate business processes and lead change management initiatives designed to introduce efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance capabilities- Active U.S. Government SECRET Security Clearance- 35 years aviation experience- 22 years experimental flight test - 21 years military aviation experience- 10 years OEM flight test- 3 years Flight Test Pilot Unit Member- CFI/CFII Rotorcraft-Helicopter; Airline Transport Pilot Rotorcraft-Helicopter; Commercial Pilot Powered Lift & Airplane Single/Multi-Engine Land; Instrument Helicopter, Powered Lift & Airplane

Experience

1. Flraa Lead Test Pilot

   Bell Flight

   Jul 2023 — Present

Education

• Air University

  Master's degree, Military Operational Art & Science

  2005 — 2006

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Master's degree, Aviation Science

  1999 — 2001

• United States Air Force Academy

  Bachelor's degree, Mathematics

  1988 — 1992