Chris StevensJunction City, KS • ChrisStevensVeteran@gmail.com • 254-258-2750

UH-60M Helicopter Pilot with 10 years of mission planning / execution, real-time reporting to higher echelons, building teams for success in any environment. Specialized in armored warfare and land battle tactics.

Current SECRET security clearance

Summary of Qualifications•Multi rated pilot of 3 different helicopters for both VFR and IFR applications; current FAA commercial turbine rating•10 years of experience on tracked and wheeled combat vehicles, including maintenance and operation at every level.•Extremely focused and goal oriented, proven leader with outstanding team building and training abilities.•Distinguished career in the United States Army serving from 2007-2016 attaining the rank of Chief Warrant Officer Two.

Professional ExperienceUH-60M (Blackhawk) Aviator February 2014 - PresentA co. 3-1 Assault Helicopter Battalion Fort Riley, KSPlans air assault missions to ensure overall mission success. Responsible for every phase of the operation from weather, terrain, and enemy analysis, to administrative and training requirements that facilitate up to 10 aircraft. Constantly checking compliance with local aviation rules, as well as governing laws. Trains crew to function at an expert level in an austere environment. Specialized technical expert, and advisor to higher command on all phases and functions of an air assault team. Responsible for direct reporting, health, training, and morale of up to 13 junior staff members.•Created a new safety equipment program for 3-1 AHB which was adopted at brigade level; resulted in zero lost time work injuries during my tenure•150 Flight hours during day, night, and instrument metrological conditions. Proficient on all communications and navigations equipment for the UH-60M•Planned, prepared, and executed over 15 real-world air assault missions; resulting in 100% success rate.•Qualified 10 new aircrews during live fire, support, and air assault training.Advanced Individual Training Instructor June 2012 – February 2014 1-81 Armor Fort Benning, GA Served as an Instructor / Writer on a M1A1 and M1A2 SEP Main Battle Tank in a One Station Unit Training (OSUT) company; conducted training on basic, advanced, and tactical driving; responsible for training 47 tank tasks to 150 Initial Entry Training (IET) Soldiers on tank gunnery and all related skills. Responsible for the professional development, health, and welfare of two junior NCO’s and one Soldier. Maintained and was accountable for one M1 series Main Battle Tank, including all basic issue items, and associated equipment valued in excess of 5 million dollars. Wrote Method of instruction, which was adopted as doctrine at the Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC).

•Earned Parachutist Badge at the Army Airborne qualification school; Completed both day and night combat jumps.•Recognized by Brigade Commander and awarded the Army Achievement Medal for the highest tank gunnery score; best crew proficiency overall.•Won NCO of the month board, and Draper Unit Leadership Award.•Conducted drug and alcohol awareness training, and specimen collection for over 2000 Soldiers; helping the Command team identify at risk Soldiers.M1A2 Abrams Tank Commander May 2007 – June 20121ST Cavalry Division Ft. Hood, TX / IraqChris Stevens Page 2

Responsible for training, health, morale and welfare of 8 subordinates. Commands 1 M1A2 SEP tank, and accountable for over $20 million in equipment. Operates in a fast-paced environment; often making life or death decisions for self and platoon. Two year-long tours of duty to volatile provinces in Iraq on tracked and wheeled vehicles. Proficient with every machine gun in the U.S. Army arsenal, as well as stabilized firing platforms, and fire control systems. Specialized experience in counter terrorism operations, and land battle tactics. Battle proven leadership expertise.•Awarded Combat Action Badge for exemplary action under direct enemy fire.•Top 20% at Advanced Leaders Course.•Recognized for excelled during the command inspection program receiving 100% efficiency rating for the company drug prevention program.•Purple Heart for wounds received in action.

Education / Certifications•Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide- Bachelor of Aeronautical Science (expected completion date 2018)•Initial Entry Rotary Wing (UH-60M)- Fort Rucker, AL- 2015•Survival Resistance Evasion Escape ( S.E.R.E. High Risk)- Fort Rucker, AL- 2015•Helicopter Survival Over Water training- Fort Rucker, AL-2014•Basic Officer Leader Course- Fort Rucker, AL-2104•Warrant Officer Course- Fort Rucker, AL- 2014•Army Basic Instructor Course- Fort Benning, GA-2013•Army Airborne School- Fort Benning, Ga-2013•Armor Advanced Leadership Course- Fort Hood, TX-2012•Unit Prevention Leader course- Fort Hood, TX-2009•Combat Leader Course- Fort Hood, TX-2008•Combat Life Saver course- Fort Knox, KY-2007•Advanced Individual Combat Training, Fort Knox, KY-2007

Awards•Purple Heart for wounds received in action•Combat Action Badge•5 Army Commendation Medals

•2 Army Achievement Medals•Iraq Campaign Medal (3 Stars)•Parachutist Badge•Global War on Terrorism Medal

Platforms and ProficienciesCombat Vehicles- UH-60M Helicopter, Bell Jet ranger helicopter, OH-58 A/C Helicopter, M1A2 SEP Main Battle Tank, M1A1 Main Battle Tank, M1151 HMMWV, Caiman MRAP, MAXPRO MRAP, M113 tracked personnel carrier, 5 ton utility truck, PLS truck, LMTV TruckWeapons- 120mm smooth bore cannon, .50 caliber machine gun, M240 machine gun, M4 assault rifle, M9 pistol, MK19 automatic grenade launcher, M203 grenade launcher, AT-4 rocket launcher, M67 fragmentary grenade, M18 claymore mine, M14 bolt action sniper rifle, M80 shotgunCommunication Equipment- FBCB2, SINGARS, SATCOM, JVMF