Ryan Mitchell

• Phone: +1 917 555 0123
• Email: ryan.mitchell@email.com
• Location: New York, USA
• LinkedIn: ryanmitchellops

Summary

Six years of dedicated experience in airfield operations, specializing in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring safe, efficient airside environments. Proven ability to coordinate complex ground movements, conduct meticulous safety inspections, and effectively respond to diverse operational incidents, contributing directly to uninterrupted airport functionality.

Adept at real-time decision-making and leveraging advanced airfield management systems to optimize runway utilization and minimize operational disruptions. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and operational excellence within high-volume airport settings.

Experience

Airfield Operations Specialist, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) -- Queens, New York, USA

Mar 2020 – present

• Managed daily airside operations for over 400,000 annual aircraft movements, ensuring continuous compliance with FAA Part 139 regulations.

• Conducted routine and emergency airfield inspections, identifying and mitigating hazards to maintain optimal safety and efficiency standards.

• Coordinated with air traffic control, airlines, and ground handlers during irregular operations, reducing tarmac delays by an average of 15% during peak periods.

• Directed emergency response activities, including aircraft incidents, medical emergencies, and security breaches, acting as the primary liaison for first responders.

• Implemented new wildlife management protocols, resulting in a 20% reduction in bird strikes on runways and taxiways.

Junior Airfield Operations Agent, JFK International Airport (JFK) -- Queens, New York, USA

June 2018 – Feb 2020

• Assisted in monitoring and reporting airfield conditions, including pavement integrity, lighting systems, and foreign object debris (FOD) control.

• Participated in incident command system (ICS) drills and real-world responses, gaining foundational experience in emergency coordination.

• Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee airside construction and repair projects, minimizing impact on flight operations.

• Maintained accurate logs and records of airfield activities, ensuring compliance with FAA and airport authority guidelines.

Education

Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Sciences -- Queens, New York, USA

Sept 2014 – May 2018

Skills

Airfield Operations & Safety: FAA Part 139 Compliance, Airfield Inspections, NOTAM Issuance, Wildlife Management, FOD Control, Runway Condition Reporting (RCR), Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Coordination, Emergency Response Planning, Airport Security

Operational Systems: Airport Movement Area Safety System (AMASS), Airfield Lighting Systems (ALS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Airfields, Radio Communications, Airport Operational Database (AODB)

Incident Management: Incident Command System (ICS), Crisis Management, Emergency Coordination, Accident Investigation Support, Risk Assessment

Regulatory & Compliance: FAA Regulations, ICAO Standards, Local Airport Directives, Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Compliance

Soft Skills: Situational Awareness, Decision Making, Communication, Team Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Stress Management, Leadership