Garrett Sky Allen
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Aviation professional with over eight years of Air National Guard service and more than 2,500 combat flight hours supporting intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and operational missions. Experienced in aerial surveillance, target detection and tracking, mission execution, and real-time decision-making in dynamic environments. Proven leader with experience coordinating personnel, maintaining mission effectiveness, and operating within highly regulated aviation environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AIRCRAFT SENSOR OPERATOR / SHIFT LEAD
Air National Guard
Fort Smith
01.2018 - Current
- Accumulated more than 2,500 combat flight hours supporting intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and operational missions.
- Conduct aerial surveillance operations utilizing advanced sensor systems to identify, track, and monitor persons, vehicles, structures, and areas of interest.
- Coordinate with pilots, intelligence personnel, and mission leadership to support mission planning, threat identification, and operational execution.
- Maintain continuous situational awareness in time-sensitive environments requiring rapid decision-making and strict adherence to aviation safety standards.
- Serve as Sensor Operator Shift Lead, coordinating sensor operators, ensuring mission readiness, and maintaining compliance with operational procedures.
- Analyze and communicate critical information to support mission objectives and operational decision-making.
- Operate within classified environments while safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining accountability for mission-related assets.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Lowe's Home Improvement
Fayetteville AR
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and purchasing decisions in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Maintained inventory accuracy and supported daily store operations.
- Delivered professional customer service while resolving customer concerns and ensuring a positive customer experience.
- Led inventory management efforts, reducing stock discrepancies through efficient processes.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies to improve performance.
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Electronics troubleshooting
- Task prioritization
- Geospatial intelligence
Certification
- FAA Private Pilot Certificate
- Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
- 2,500+ Combat Flight Hours
- Aircrew Operations Experience
Timeline
SALES ASSOCIATE
Lowe's Home Improvement
06.2018 - 03.2019
AIRCRAFT SENSOR OPERATOR / SHIFT LEAD
Air National Guard
01.2018 - Current
AWARDS
- Meritorious Unit Award
- Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Remote Combat Effects Campaign Medal
- Air and Space Training Ribbon