James H.

About James H.

Aviation and operational expertise have been the backbone of my progressive career. As an Air Advisor/Subject Matter Expert, I\'ve had the pleasure of working with military branches in 26 host/partner nations, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Trans-Sahel, Europe, and South West Asia regions. I have created long-term relationships with government/military officials, international organizations/contractors, and key stakeholders to generate results. Working in ever-changing/conflict-prone areas, I adapt easily, communicate with cultural sensitivity, and move programs forward to improve productivity, meet deadlines, and maintain costs. As an Advisor, I integrate full range of consulting capabilities, train personnel, direct complex projects with budgets $700M+, and manage schedules, budgets, and operations while ensuring required resources are available. Key differentiators: Experience in managing and guiding combat/training operations, aircraft maintenance, and support for a range of fixed and rotary wing aircraft including the Mi-17, Mi-35, MD-530F, TH-1H, C-208, C-130H, and A-29 aircraft. Able to identify opportunities, guide and brief executive decision-makers, and produce high-level papers, contracts, documentation, and briefings. Honed skills in communications, analysis, problem-solving, assessment, coordination, synchronization, and integration support to aviation programs and business development. Astute pilot, trainer, and strategic planner to drive business, develop and implement programs, procure materials, and achieve mission success. Commercial Pilot/CFII: 3k+ helicopter hours ranging from light attack to SOF heavy lift; Typed in SK-64, SK-65 and Mi-8/17. Other A/C Flown: UH-1H, AH-1P/F, AH-64A, MD-500E, OH-58A/C, TH-53A, MH-53J/M, UH-1N, TH-1 Huey II, A/MD-530F, Bell L3/4, Mi-24D. Interested in knowing more? Email p••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Joint Special Operations University- Center for Adaptive and Innovative Statecraft

   Ussocom

   Jun 2016 — Present

   Responsible for SOF Air and Ground Operational level planning curriculum development and instruction to US, NATO and Non-NATO countries world-wide.

Education

• USAF Air Command and Staff College

  Master's degree, Military Operational Art and Science/Studies

  2008 — 2009

• Middle Tennessee State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminal Justice

  1987 — 1990