jim varden

a-10 subject matter expert, simulator instructor

About

A-10 Simulator Instructor

Country

united states

City

tucson

Industry

aviation & aerospace

Skill

military, air force, top secret, national security, dod, military operations, security clearance, defense, organizational leadership, operational planning, military experience, command, military aviation, intelligence, tactics

Experience

deputy commander and a-10 instructor pilot

355th mission support group

2012-10 - 2014-9 · 2 yrs

Assists the Commander to lead six squadrons with over 2000 personnel and an annual budget exceeding $19M. Oversees installation security, fire protection, communications, civil engineering, logistics and contracting functions.

inspector general

355th fighter wing

2010-6 - 2012-4 · 1 yr 11 mos

Led a team of over 150 military professionals that ensured the 355th Fighter Wing's readiness to deploy overseas and employ combat airpower. Managed the installation’s Complaint Resolution and Fraud, Waste and Abuse programs.

355 fw and cag

united states air force

2012-5 - 2012-9 · 5 mos

Special projects manager and speech writer for 355th Fighter Wing Commander and Vice Commander.

director of staff

51st fighter wing

2009-9 - 2010-5 · 9 mos

a-10 subject matter expert, simulator instructor

bgi, llc

2014-10 - Present · 12 yrs

BGI, LLC is an innovative small business that provides government and industry customers with expert-based services and products that enhance capability and profitability in programs related to aviation training.Headquartered in Akron, OH, BGI has a strong military heritage and brings together engineers, operational analysts and instructor-experienced aircrews from a variety of backgrounds.BGI is an EEO employer and maintains an ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management certification.