LOGAN AYALA
Dynamic technical professional with extensive experience in system maintenance and repair, ready to make a significant impact within a collaborative team environment. Proven ability to adapt to evolving challenges while consistently delivering reliable results. Expertise in technical diagnostics combined with strong problem-solving skills fosters effective collaboration and innovative solutions. Committed to leveraging skills to enhance operational efficiency and drive team success.
Work History
C4ISR Technician
11 MonthsPerforms pre-mission equipment preparation, software loads, operational checks for HC-130J aircraft supporting operational CSAR/PR, exercise and training missions. Handles classified COMSEC and documents. Secret security clearance active and held TS/SCI during USAF career.
- Followed safety and security protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical problems effectively.
- Learned operational procedures and standards through hands-on training sessions.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment and software.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
Helicopter Search and Rescue Instructor
1 Year 4 MonthsInstructed P1AR courses covering inland SAR, vessel, aerial firefighting, mountain/cliff, over water and night vision rescue operations. Hoist Instructor and Hoist Rescue Rider Instructor. FAA Part 133 Class D HEC certified.
- Taught USAF 139A Grey Wolf, Pima County Sheriff Dept. AS350, USCG MH60 and MH65, AZ and NC Public Safety Dept. B429, US Army 160th SOAR MH-47G, CBP Air and Marine Operations HH-60, Romanian HH-60 and Canadiam RMCP.
- Assisted in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety protocols during drills.
- Conducted equipment demonstrations, reinforcing proper usage and maintenance procedures.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
HH60G Special Missions Aviator Instructor/Evaluator
20 Years 4 MonthsPerforms aircraft, weapons, radios and Pararescue insertion and extraction pre-flight checks. Maintains cabin control of Pararescue and patients. Uses M-134 or GAU-18/21 crew served weapons to protect the aircraft, formation and ground parties involved in CSAR/SF operations.
- 2920.9 total flight hours in HH-60G
- 937.5 Instructor hours
- 200.2 Evaluator hours
- 1290.3 NVG hours
- 362 Combat sorties with 335.6 Combat hours
- 1512 total sorties in HH-60G
Awards and Medals
- 15 Air Medals with C device
- 3 Air and Space Commendation Medals
- Air Force Combat Action Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Service Star
- Iraq Campaign Medal with Service Star
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal