Andrew Williamson
Rincon
Summary
Transformational leader with 20 years in team leadership and operational program management. Led teams of 4 to over 50, enhancing organizational readiness through targeted training and mentorship. Expert in designing large-scale training initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with standards. Proven ability to build high-performing teams and foster future leadership in challenging domestic and international environments.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Standards & Evaluation Manager
US Army
Hunter Army Airfield
03.2026 - Current
- Manage a comprehensive aviation training and qualification program supporting more than 30 pilots, overseeing training schedules, documentation, evaluations, compliance, and professional development to maintain operational readiness.
- Led development and implementation of training initiatives, adapting programs to operational requirements, emerging threats, and lessons learned to enhance workforce preparedness.
- Designed and implemented technical training programs on instrument operations, operational risk management, standardization, and low-visibility operations, improving personnel proficiency and increasing operational readiness.
Senior Aviation Training Program Manager
US Army
Ft Hood
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed large-scale training support program, coordinating resources and stakeholder requirements across 18 states, five countries, and three operational missions to enhance organizational readiness and training effectiveness.
- Led planning, scheduling, and execution of simulation-based training programs, overseeing instructional operations and qualification processes that developed personnel and upheld performance standards.
- Conducted formal technical evaluations and competency assessments to verify personnel met FAA, Department of Defense, and organizational standards, evaluating technical knowledge, decision-making, operational planning, procedural compliance, and performance in complex environments.
Aviation Training Program Manager
US Army
Hunter Army Airfield
11.2021 - 02.2025
- Led training, assessment, and evaluation for a 24-person program, overseeing multi-domain performance across individual and team-based tasks while delivering structured instruction and feedback to improve overall readiness and capability.
- Developed and executed structured training programs for complex systems operations, mission execution, and emergency procedures across diverse operating environments, enhancing standardized instruction and performance development.
- Conducted formal evaluations and assessments to ensure compliance with federal and organizational standards, confirming technical proficiency, operational performance, and fulfillment of qualification requirements.
Lead Pilot
US Army
Hunter Army Airfield
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Executed complex operations across multiple high-demand environments, ensuring mission effectiveness and adherence to established standards.
- Served as primary trainer and mentor selected by senior leadership, delivering instruction and professional development to enhance workforce resilience and readiness.
- Oversaw communications and physical security, ensuring accountability and safeguarding critical resources and equipment valued at over $600,000.
Pilot
US Army
Hunter Army Airfield
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Sustained advanced operational proficiency in complex, high-demand environments, ensuring consistent performance, safety, and adherence to organizational standards across varied operating conditions.
- Supported multinational operations with U.S. and allied partners during nine-month European rotation, enhancing regional stability and mission readiness.
- Managed communications and physical security functions, ensuring accountability and safeguarding critical equipment valued at over $400,000.
INITIAL ENTRY ROTARY WING AVIATOR COURSE
US Army
Fort Rucker
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Completed intensive professional aviation training program covering commercial flight operations, weather analysis, VFR and IFR flight planning, risk management, aviation safety, leadership development, and technical systems instruction to enhance operational readiness.
- Developed creative strategies to improve team collaboration during projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lead-Deadwood High School
Lead, SD05-2005
Skills
- Training program management
- Aviation safety management
- Risk management
- Performance evaluation
- Regulatory compliance
- Program development
- Change management
- Cross-functional leadership
- Simulation training
- Secret security clearance
Certification
- Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Pilot, Federal Aviation Administration
- Instrument Helicopter Pilot, Federal Aviation Administration
Specialized Training
- AH-64D/E Instructor Pilots Course
- Senior IP/Instrument Flight Examiner Course
- Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape School
- Equal Opportunity Leaders Course
- Master Resiliencey Trainers Course
- Operations Security Program Manager Level 2
Timeline
Aviation Standards & Evaluation Manager
US Army
03.2026 - Current
Senior Aviation Training Program Manager
US Army
03.2025 - 02.2026
Aviation Training Program Manager
US Army
11.2021 - 02.2025
Lead Pilot
US Army
04.2020 - 08.2021
Pilot
US Army
05.2018 - 04.2020
INITIAL ENTRY ROTARY WING AVIATOR COURSE
US Army
11.2016 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Lead-Deadwood High School