Austin Miller

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  May 2013 - Aug 2023

  As the Branch Head for a specialized instructor unit, I led a team responsible for training all West Coast Marines in Fast Rope, Helicopter Rope Suspension Techniques (HRST), Assault Climbing, and Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP) Operations. Our mission supported the readiness and operational capabilities of Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs) and Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) CENTCOM deployments. This role involved developing and executing rigorous training programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with various units to enhance mission effectiveness. Show less

  • Company Commander, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion

    Jun 2021 - Aug 2023

  • Student, Expeditionary Warfare School

    Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Ropes and Recovery Branch Head, Expeditionary Operations Training Group

    Sept 2017 - Jul 2020

  • Infantry Officer, 3d Battalion 1st Marines

    May 2013 - Sept 2017
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  Chesapeake Bayhawks

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2013

  Professional Lacrosse Player
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  U.S. Marine Corps Reserve

  Aug 2023 - now

  JTAC

  As a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) in the United States Marine Corps, I have been responsible for coordinating, directing, and controlling close air support (CAS) missions. This role requires the ability to make rapid, high-stakes decisions in dynamic environments to ensure effective and precise air-to-ground integration.

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  Anduril Industries

  Oct 2024 - now

  Mission Operations Engineer