Kay Wolfkill

Kay Wolfkill

RPA Sensor Operator / Instructor Sensor Operator

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Driven Defense Industry Professional | Committed to Continuous Learning & Strengthening Skills in National Security

  • Education

    • Simpson College

      2015 - 2017
      Bachelor's degree Political Science and International Relations GPA of 3.6/4.0

      Activities and Societies: Midwest Model United Nations, Stormathon (Simpson College Dance Marathon), Religious Life Community.

    • University of Iowa

      2013 - 2014
      Political Science

      Activities and Societies: United States Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, University of Iowa Dance Marathon, Arnold Air Society.

  • Experience

    • Air National Guard

      May 2020 - now
      RPA Sensor Operator / Instructor Sensor Operator

      Clear understanding of Remotely Piloted Aircraft operations and proficiency in operating the targeting pod while handling all facets of mission planning and flight operations. Experience includes 700+ hours of UAS flight time, over 300 sorties in support of various operations and experience with EO/IR sensors, SAR, MWAS and GMTI.

    • General Atomics

      Dec 2022 - Oct 2023
      Deployable RPA Sensor Operator

      Without appreciable direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in overseeing ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety. Assists the Pilot-In-Command (PIC) in safe operation of the aircraft and ensures mission execution.

    • Invictus Technical Solutions

      Nov 2023 - Aug 2024
      RPA GCS Technician

      USAF equivalent position is Apprentice level Avionics Technician, Cyber Transport, or RF Transmission Systems. Supports daily operations of the Air Force Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) unit located in Niagara Falls, NY through performing organizational level maintenance on Ground Control Stations in accordance with Air Force Technical Data. Duties include preventative maintenance actions, inspections, modifications, troubleshooting, testing, and removal and installations of electronic and IT systems and subsystems utilizing best maintenance practices as identified by Air Force instruction. Show less

    • SAIC

      Oct 2024 - now
      Platform Engineer

      Serving as the MQ-9 Flight Simulator Field Service Representative at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base to provide software and systems support for the MALET JSIL Aircrew Trainer (MJAT), ensuring UAS/RPA operators have the ability to conduct flight simulation training.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kay Wolfkill
      Governor's Volunteer Award Office of the Governor Jun 2018 The Governor's Volunteer Award is awarded to Iowans nominated for their outstanding commitment and service.
    • Awarded to Kay Wolfkill
      Volunteer of The Year Award The Simpson College Guild Apr 2017 This annual award is presented by the chapel and includes a financial gift from The Simpson Guild. Each year it is presented to the senior who best demonstrates an ongoing commitment to serving others in need.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Service Trip Leader

      Issued by United Methodist Committee on Relief on Mar 2017
      United Methodist Committee on ReliefAssociated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Volunteer Service Trip Leader

      Issued by Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches on Oct 2016
      Greater Minneapolis Council of ChurchesAssociated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Volunteer Service Trip Leader

      Issued by Camp Restore on Mar 2016
      Camp RestoreAssociated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Polk County Conservation on Apr 2018
      Polk County ConservationAssociated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Service Committee Member

      Issued by Simpson College on Sept 2016
      Simpson CollegeAssociated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Graphic Design and Media Relations Committee Chair

      Issued by Simpson College Stormathon (Dance Marathon) on Aug 2015
      Simpson College Stormathon (Dance Marathon)Associated with Kay Wolfkill
    • Student Fundraiser

      Issued by University of Iowa Dance Marathon on Oct 2014
      University of Iowa Dance MarathonAssociated with Kay Wolfkill