Kyle Vincent
Atlanta
Summary
Highly experienced air traffic control and safety management professional with extensive expertise in runway safety, quality assurance, and operational supervision. Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams, oversee safety programs, and implement policies to enhance National Airspace System (NAS) operations. Strong background in air traffic operations, risk mitigation, program management, and training.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Aviation Technical Specialist
ESA Runway Safety Manager - FAA
02.2024 - Current
- Lead a geographically dispersed team of senior technical specialists managing runway safety programs.
- Direct analysis of runway safety data to mitigate risks of runway incursions, excursions, and surface incidents.
- Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and outreach efforts.
- Develop and implement regional runway safety plans aligned with national safety initiatives.
- Organize and lead runway safety initiatives, including outreach, training, and risk mitigation.
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
ESA Quality Assurance Manager-FAA
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Detail in conjunction with Runway Safety Manager Duties.
- Managed a high-performing team, overseeing budget, human resources, and administrative policies.
- Directed safety risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies for complex air traffic issues.
- Analyzed safety data, identified trends, and implemented process improvements.
- Provided leadership and guidance, ensuring alignment with FAA directives.
Air Traffic Control Quality Assurance Specialist
AJI-1E1-FAA
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Served as a senior air traffic controller in the Eastern Service Area applying experience conducting air traffic operations and interpreting procedures to audit air traffic operations in an assigned area.
- Applied experience separating and controlling air traffic to evaluate events and incidents for risk and validate safety data.
- Assisted facilities with risk mitigation efforts by collecting and analyzing safety data and identifying safety hazards. Recommended actions to mitigate suck safety hazards.
- Conducted both on-site and remote independent assessments in order to evaluate the effectiveness of SMS performance and operations.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of controls used to mitigate hazards identified via the SRM process.
- Represented AJI as a principle point of contact to internal and external stakeholders.
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
ATL ATCT-FAA
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed daily operations at a Level 12 Air Traffic Control Tower.
- Supervised air traffic controllers, provided training, and ensured compliance with FAA regulations.
- Led annual RSAT meetings and coordinated runway safety initiatives.
- Oversaw traffic flow, runway selection, and coordination with TRACON and airport officials.
- Provided performance management to a team of Certified Professional Controllers.
Air Traffic Control Specialist
AOV-FAA
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Led system-wide audits of ATO and developed safety risk management strategies.
- Reviewed NAS operational and system change requests for regulatory compliance.
- Managed interagency collaborations on Runway Safety, Wake Turbulence RECAT, and other initiatives.
- Participated in Safety Risk Management Panels for major aviation safety concerns.
Air Traffic Control Specialist
MIA ATCT-FAA
10.2011 - 08.2017
- Dual-certified in Tower Cab and TRACON operations.
- Sequence and separate traffic in complex Terminal RADAR Approach Control (TRACON) and Air Traffic Control Tower airspace utilizing appropriate procedures as required per FAA Orders.
- Conducted safety incident reviews and implemented corrective action plans.
- Subject Matter Expert: Developed Letters of Agreement with all adjacent Air Traffic Facilities to implement Wake RECAT. Facilitated training to all CPCs at MIA for Wake RECAT implementation.
- OJTI and CIC
- Recurrent Training Instructor Cadre
Air Traffic Control Specialist
MEM ATCT-FAA
06.2009 - 10.2011
- Sequence and separate traffic in complex Terminal Air Traffic Control Tower airspace utilizing appropriate procedures as required per FAA Orders.
- Provided sequencing and separation in a complex terminal environment.
- Served as Controller In Charge, supervising Level 10 ATC tower operations.
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
BVI ATCT
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Sequence and separate aircraft in a complex VFR terminal environment with multiple crossing runways and aircraft types.
- Responsible for implementation of facility training policies in air traffic training environment. Used extensive expertise of Air Traffic Operating procedures to mold future Certified Professional Controllers.
- Provide first-line supervision to a team of ATCS personnel while also providing training, coaching and guidance to subordinates and facilitates team building throughout my area of responsibility.
- Delegate work amongst employees to maximize efficiency of the operation.
- Provide performance management to a team of Certified Professional Controllers and students training at Community College of Beaver County.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL03-2025
Associate of Science - Air Traffic Control
Community College of Beaver County
Beaver Falls, PA05-2008
Skills
- ESA Runway Safety Manager February 2024-Present
- ESA Quality Assurance Manager February 2024-October 2024 *Detailed in conjunction with Runway Safety Manager
- ESA Quality Assurance Specialist September 2021-February 2024
- Operations Supervisor Atlanta-ATL ATCT August 2019-September 2021
- Air Traffic Safety Inspector (AOV) August 2017-August 2019
- Air Traffic Control Specialist Miami-MIA ATCT and TRACON October 2011-August 2017 (Dual Certified)
- Air Traffic Control Specialist Memphis-MEM ATCT August 2009-October 2011
- Bachelors Degree Embry Riddle Aeronautical University – Aeronautics 3/25*
- Associates Degree Community College of Beaver County – Air Traffic Control
- Private Pilot License 5/08
Timeline
Supervisory Aviation Technical Specialist
ESA Runway Safety Manager - FAA
02.2024 - Current
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
ESA Quality Assurance Manager-FAA
02.2024 - 09.2024
Air Traffic Control Quality Assurance Specialist
AJI-1E1-FAA
09.2021 - 02.2024
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
ATL ATCT-FAA
08.2019 - 09.2021
Air Traffic Control Specialist
AOV-FAA
08.2017 - 08.2019
Air Traffic Control Specialist
MIA ATCT-FAA
10.2011 - 08.2017
Air Traffic Control Specialist
MEM ATCT-FAA
06.2009 - 10.2011
Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist
BVI ATCT
05.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Associate of Science - Air Traffic Control
Community College of Beaver County
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