Brian Scott

Experience

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  US Army

  Oct 2003 - Aug 2024

  Collaborated with top-level management teams to plan, develop, and execute technical strategies aligned to the client's vision to enhance readiness and capability across the enterprise for global employment. Continuously reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, capabilities, testing, and customer needs to integrate project requirements, assimilate modernization efforts, and increase effectiveness within budget. Monitored, evaluated, and participated in ongoing network design, evaluation, and optimization programs to synchronize operations and planning efforts to facilitate continued program growth while expanding customer base. Managed staff implementing higher system requirements into subsystem planning and various support operations facilitating a streamlined exercise design and execution. Served as principle advisor to executive leaders through technical expertise and guidance regarding unmanned aerial system operations and integration while mitigating all risks within compliance of regulations. Established and maintained strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including commanders, intelligence personnel, and external agencies, facilitating seamless coordination and information sharing for UAS missions. Show less Supervised system fielding and execution of annual MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) flight hour and maintenance programs valued at more than $256M for an organization with over 168 professional staff. Integrated self-sustaining over-the-horizon system operations worldwide within the parameter requirements of inter-government customer agencies supporting a vast spectrum of active and passive activities. Developed and provided analytical deliverables and metrics across 30 managed safety-related subprograms nested within higher-echelon requirements and priorities. Provided executive leadership accurate and complete cost analysis, required resources assessments, and time-based activity reports while managing multiple global movements of personnel and assets. Managed and enforced compliance with federal, installation, and local safety procedures and practices. Show less Supervised system testing and execution of the annual MQ-1 Gray Eagle UAS flight hour program valued at more than $128M for an organization with over 130 professional staff. Implemented lifecycle system operations within the scope of higher headquarters’ requirements while mitigating risk to the lowest level and within prescribed inter-country agreements. Developed operational plan of record for performing the organization’s tasks required by U.S. Army regulations and Host Nation agreements. Provided executive leadership accurate and complete cost analysis, required resources assessments, and time-based activity reports for all assigned tasks and programs of record. Show less Trained, supervised, and organized over 70 employees in the implementation of joint aircraft and RQ-7B Shadow UAS command and control systems, testing, and validation exercises. Integrated manned and unmanned aircraft operations to establish doctrinally-sound programs of instruction for future operations and extended capabilities enhancing efficiency across the aviation enterprise. Managed over $2M of sensitive equipment during garrison and deployment operations. Developed and supervised unit training schedules through managing simultaneous projects aligned with higher echelon requisites. Show less Supervised the training and management of over 30 employees implementing new RQ-7B Shadow UAS equipment procurement and operational procedures. Provided input on process improvements and procedural changes; developed an administrative actions tracker, restructured training spaces for increased productivity, and analyzed staffing to ensure optimal mission readiness. Maintained operation milestones schedules to ensure the organization met the required goals of higher headquarters. Ensured thorough accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment. Established mentorship programs with subordinate employees to ensure continuity of skills and develop future supervisors. Show less Managed academic revision process ensuring successful accreditation by the Department of Education. Evaluated the progress of individual students to adjust teaching strategies to meet current and future operational needs. Facilitated learning through academic instruction, practical exercises, and technique-appropriate activities focusing on growth and development to enhance skill expertise. Implemented positive behavior interventions and supporting structures to promote academic success and compliance with program of instruction for integrated local and foreign student populations. Show less

  • Operations and Plans | Program Design

    Jan 2022 - Aug 2024

  • Department Deputy Director | Organizational Safety Officer

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Department Deputy Director | Flight Operations Manager

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Senior Technical Manager

    May 2014 - Jan 2018

  • Operations Manager | Technical Advisor

    Mar 2012 - May 2014

  • Service Instructor / Instruction Facilitator

    Sept 2010 - Mar 2012

  • Production Control Manager

    May 2008 - Sept 2010

  • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

    Oct 2003 - May 2008
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  Texas A&M University System

  Aug 2024 - now

  Texas A&M University System RELLIS Campus Fellow