Kevin Wright

• Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
• Email: kevin.wright@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: kevinwright-alro

Summary

Led over 2,500 successful aircraft launch and recovery evolutions, ensuring zero mishaps under challenging operational conditions. Proficient in flight deck management, emergency response, and personnel training for high-tempo aviation environments.

Experienced in coordinating complex air operations, including fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, adhering strictly to naval aviation standards and safety guidelines.

Experience

Aircraft Launch and Recovery Officer (ALRO), Royal Australian Navy (RAN) -- Sydney, Australia

July 2018 – present

• Directed 1,500+ safe launch and recovery cycles for F/A-18 Super Hornets and MH-60R Seahawks on HMAS Canberra, achieving 99.8% operational readiness.

• Implemented new flight deck communication protocols, reducing miscommunication incidents by 15% during high-stress operations.

• Trained and qualified 50+ junior personnel in flight deck safety, emergency procedures, and aircraft handling techniques.

• Managed all aspects of flight deck operations, including aircraft spotting, fueling, ordnance loading, and maintenance coordination.

Assistant Aircraft Launch and Recovery Officer, Royal Australian Navy (RAN) -- Garden Island, Australia

Aug 2015 – June 2018

• Assisted in 1,000+ aircraft launch and recovery operations, demonstrating proficiency in all flight deck positions under supervision.

• Conducted pre-flight and post-flight inspections of flight deck equipment, ensuring 100% compliance with safety regulations.

• Participated in multiple joint exercises, coordinating with international forces on complex air operations.

• Developed detailed reports on operational performance and potential hazards, contributing to continuous improvement in safety standards.

Education

Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA), Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Aeronautical Engineering -- Canberra, Australia

Feb 2011 – Nov 2014

Royal Australian Naval College (HMAS Creswell), Officer Commissioning in Naval Officer Training -- Jervis Bay, Australia

Jan 2010 – Dec 2010

Skills

Flight Deck Operations: Aircraft Launch, Aircraft Recovery, Arresting Gear Systems, Catapult Operations, Visual Landing Aids (VLAs), Flight Deck Marshalling, Aircraft Spotting

Aviation Safety & Management: Naval Aviation Safety, Emergency Procedures, HAZMAT Handling, Risk Assessment, Crew Resource Management (CRM), Air Traffic Control Coordination, Operational Planning

Technical Proficiency: Flight Deck Equipment Maintenance, Ordnance Handling, Fueling Operations, Aviation Systems Troubleshooting, Data Logging, Performance Analysis

Leadership & Training: Team Leadership, Mentorship, Instructional Design, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development, Crisis Management, Inter-departmental Coordination