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Brett Daniels

Woodstock

Summary

Experienced air traffic controller and military aviation operations leader with over two decades of service. Adept in airspace coordination, tactical mission planning, and personnel development. Seeking to contribute strategic insight, innovative leadership, and operational precision as an Aviation Planning Associate.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Air Traffic Controller

Dobbins Air Reserve Base
02.2002 - Current
  • - Direct the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of traffic through Class D airspace
  • - Coordinate with Atlanta Approach, Atlanta Center, and other agencies
  • - Manage VIP movements including POTUS, VPOTUS, and international dignitaries
  • - Served as Controller in Charge and Senior Controller, leading operations and compliance
  • - Mentor and train new hires, optimizing readiness and performance
  • - Implemented procedural improvements to reduce delays and improve efficiency

Facility Chief / Shift Supervisor – Ground Control Approach Radar & Tower

United States Army
09.1999 - 10.2001
  • - Supervised 8 soldiers and managed over $1 million in equipment
  • - Planned and trained personnel in both GCA and Tower facilities
  • - Executed brigade-level air assault missions involving 20 UH-60 Blackhawk and 8 CH-47 Chinook aircraft
  • - Oversaw tactical coordination and real-time airspace management
  • - Served as Tower Facility Manager immediately following 9/11 terror attacks
  • - Honor Graduate of U.S. Army Pathfinder and Air Assault Schools

Ground Control Approach Radar Supervisor / Facility Chief

United States Army
06.1997 - 09.1999
  • - Led Tactical Air Control Team on multiple real-world deployments
  • - Deployed to Kuwait for Operation Desert Thunder and Egypt for Operation Bright Star
  • - Supervised radar operations and maintained mission-critical systems
  • - Trained in TERPS (Terminal Instrument Procedures) for compliant approach design
  • - Recognized as 3rd Aviation Brigade Soldier of the Year (1999)
  • - Achieved Commandant’s List distinction at U.S. Army Leadership School

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05-1995

Skills

  • Analytical decision-making
  • - Critical Thinking & Conflict Resolution
  • Effective decision-making in high-stress situations
  • Mission execution planning

Certification

  • - FAA Certified Air Traffic Controller
  • - U.S. Army Pathfinder & Air Assault Graduate
  • - Expert Coach-USA Triathlon/USA Cycling/USA Track and Field

Timeline

Air Traffic Controller

Dobbins Air Reserve Base
02.2002 - Current

Facility Chief / Shift Supervisor – Ground Control Approach Radar & Tower

United States Army
09.1999 - 10.2001

Ground Control Approach Radar Supervisor / Facility Chief

United States Army
06.1997 - 09.1999

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace

Middle Tennessee State University
Brett Daniels