Evan Trant

Experience

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  US Navy

  May 2010 - now

  As an instructor pilot for the Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing Ten (CPRW-10), Evan trains and qualifies pilots progressing to become mission commanders. In the training environment, he utilizes scenario-based teaching techniques to prepare his students for the many challenges presented in combat flying. Furthermore, Evan demonstrates superior leadership qualities as a supervisor for large scale multi-force training exercises which require excellent communication and problem-solving skills.➢ Serve as an aircraft commander and instructor pilot on behalf of the Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing Ten (CPRW-10).➢ Train qualified naval aviators to become aircraft commanders. Emphasis on mission knowledge, operational risk management, crew resource management, aircraft systems knowledge, and scenario based aeronautical decision making.➢ As an instrument evaluator, train and assess pilots on regulatory/weather knowledge and instrument flying procedures. ➢ Evaluate student performance, complete student grade sheets, and make recommendations for future trainings. ➢ Perform operational test flights following maintenance events. Test systems, track performance, and record results.➢ Supervise multi force training exercises for 8 flying squadrons consisting of 3300+ personnel. ➢ Maintain the long-range operations plan, ensure personnel/squadron combat readiness, and maintain healthy relationships with squadron leaders. Show less In 2018, Evan was competitively selected to serve in the Navy’s Special Projects Patrol Squadron (VPU-2). In this role, he operated as an aircraft commander leading 18+ inflight crewmembers on global combat test/special mission flights. When he wasn’t flying or overseeing one of the squadron’s 44 aircraft maintenance programs, he turned to providing mentorship to his fellow colleagues. Often, he led Career Development Boards and utilized his experience to offer guidance on future educational pathways, and financial decision making.➢ Flew Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) test/special mission flights on behalf of the Special Projects Patrol Squadron (VPU-2).➢ Performed 3 trans-oceanic international aircraft reposition missions and accrued 320+ combat flight hours.➢ Collaborated with Euro Control to gain approval for international flight plans, landing permits, and special clearances.➢ As Quality Assurance Division Officer, standardized 44 maintenance programs supporting 5 Lockheed P-3C Orion aircraft. ➢ Identified insufficient airframe screw tracking procedures. Rewrote policies and enforced operational change.➢ As an Electronics Branch Officer, led 21 aviation electricians. Scheduled training events, oversaw job performance, and provided mentorship. Show less As a T-6B instructor pilot for Training Squadron 6 at Naval Air Station Whiting Field, FL, Evan instructed and evaluated primary flight students in a number of diverse operational settings. Outside of the cockpit, he served as an Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) responsible for the effective maintenance and promotion of the squadron safety management system. Additionally, he served as the primary investigator for all aviation related mishaps, accidents, and incidents. His effective communications skills and caring attitude allowed him to build strong connections with his students and colleagues leading to trust and rapport.➢ Provided flight training, evaluation, and leadership for Naval Aviators on behalf of Training Squadron 6 (VT-6).➢ Led 18 instructor pilots and oversaw the effective use of the primary flight training syllabus for 58 student aviators.➢ Taught aircraft systems, maneuvers, instrument procedures, aerobatics, formation flight, and fuel management techniques.➢ As section lead, evaluated mission briefings, and ensured the orderly conduct of 2+ aircraft in formation flight.➢ Managed training progress for 150+ students, identified struggling candidates, and offered personalized mentorship.➢ As an Aviation Safety Officer, ensured the effective deployment of operational risk management, and hazard reporting procedures.➢ Represented the U.S. Navy at the Sioux City, IA Airshow and oversaw a static display of the T-6B aircraft. Show less As a Lockheed EP-3E and P-3C pilot for the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron One (VQ-1), Evan logged 980 total flight hours and 220+ combat flight hours in direct support of the Global War on Terror. In his instructional role, Evan managed the flight training schedule for 600+ personnel and taught in a Level D simulator. ➢ Trained, instructed, & evaluated aircraft commander candidates on behalf of the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron One (VQ-1).➢ Tested student knowledge of mission tactics, aeronautical decision making, aircraft systems, and instrument procedures.➢ Enhanced flight schedule planning capabilities through the development of a week-long calendar outlook. ➢ Performed 3 trans-oceanic aircraft reposition missions and lead 24 crewmembers on global combat missions throughout the Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and African theaters.➢ Conducted maintenance test flights on return to service aircraft and flew test and evaluation missions for newly installed aircraft equipment.➢ As an Airframes Branch Officer, led 20+ airframe mechanics. Oversaw job performance, monitored training progress, and provided mentorship. Show less

  • Mission Commander & Instructor Pilot (O-4) – Lockheed EP-3E Aries II & P-3C Orion

    Jan 2020 - now

  • Special Mission Aircraft Commander (O-3) – Lockheed P-3C Orion

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2020

  • Instructor Pilot & Aviation Safety Officer (O-3) – Beechcraft T-6B Texan II

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  • Instructor Pilot (O-3) – Lockheed EP-3E Aries II & P-3C Orion

    Jan 2012 - Jan 2015

  • Student Naval Aviator (O-1 - O-2) - Beechcraft T-6A Texan II, Beechcraft T-44C Pegasus, P-3 Orion

    May 2010 - Aug 2012