JOEL MARK AIKEN
COLORADO SPRINGS
Summary
Senior management professional, bringing strategic leadership and operational excellence to drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, team collaboration, and process optimization with keen focus on achieving results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering culture of accountability, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong decision-making, effective communication, and building high-performing teams.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager-Fleet Standards Captain B737
United Airlines
United Flight Training Center
09.2023 - Current
- Captain, B737 | Line Check Pilot (QCL) | Flight Evaluator | APD | CPE
- Fleet Experience: B737, B777, B757, B767, MD-80 | IAH, EWR, DEN, SFO, GUM, DENTK
- Flight Operations Leadership-United Airlines
- Pilot Hiring and Recruitment | Human Factors Pilot Development | IECQ Development | Captain Leadership Development | SMS ERC Management Representative | ALPA SSC | ALPA Legislative Affairs Chairman C93
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency and improve project delivery timelines.
- Developed strategic initiatives that enhanced organizational performance and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior managers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Implemented process improvements that significantly reduced waste and increased productivity across departments.
- Established key performance indicators to measure success and drive accountability within teams.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
International Captain
Toyota Flight | GulfStates Toyota-GSTI | Friedkin Aviation International
Houston, TX
01.1993 - 01.2006
- Flight Department Leadership | ISBAO Implementation
- Aircraft flown: G-IV, G-V, G-550, LR 45
International Captain
ExxonMobil Aviation | ConocoPhillips Aviation | Burlington Resources | TAG Aviation USA
01.1993 - 01.2006
- Assistant Chief Pilot | Director of Safety
- Aircraft flown: G-IV, DA50/900, C500/550/560, C650
Education
Bachelor of Science -
The University of North Dakota
01-1992
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
Certification
- ATP | CFI | Commercial Land and Sea
- Type ratings: B737, B777, B757/767, G-V, G-IV, DA50/900, LR40/45, C650, C500/550/560
Timeline
Senior Manager-Fleet Standards Captain B737
United Airlines
09.2023 - Current
International Captain
Toyota Flight | GulfStates Toyota-GSTI | Friedkin Aviation International
01.1993 - 01.2006
International Captain
ExxonMobil Aviation | ConocoPhillips Aviation | Burlington Resources | TAG Aviation USA
01.1993 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science -
The University of North Dakota