Auden Fortier

Actively pursuing new career opportunities to apply technical aviation knowledge, leadership skills, and operational planning expertise to drive organizational success in management-focused roles within the aerospace industry. Highly motivated and disciplined United States Marine Corps CH-53E Helicopter pilot with 7 years of proven leadership in high-pressure environments. Experienced in flight operations, aviation safety, risk management, and complex logistics.

Skilled in cross-functional team leadership, multi-crew operations, and advanced aircraft systems. Known for operational excellence, mission planning expertise, and unwavering attention to detail. Adaptable professional with a strong ability to translate military aviation and operations experience into value-added contributions in civilian industries.

Ambitious and team oriented, Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, current Top-Secret clearance, Commercial Pilots License.

Pilot - Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters - Marine Aircraft Group 16 Headquarters - San Diego, CA

(2023-11)

• Current Operations Officer: Manage operational tasking, scheduling, and training for 4 Helicopter, 4 Tilt-Rotor, and 1 Aviation Logistics Marine Corps Squadrons. Coordinate joint mission planning, ensuring optimal personnel and aircraft utilization for mission readiness. Liaise between supported and supporting ground and aviation units for synchronized assault support participation from all 9 squadrons.
• Operations Security (OPSEC) Officer: Oversee protection of sensitive operational information, implementing OPSEC protocols that reduced potential information leaks during multi-unit training exercises and real-world missions. Accountable for developing OPSEC worksheets for all squadrons and conducting unit training on an annual basis.
• Command Historian: Document and archive key operational events, preserving Institutional knowledge to enhance future strategic planning and training effectiveness.

Staff Secretary - Marine Aircraft Group 16 Headquarters - San Diego, CA

• Managed official correspondence, task tracking, and meeting coordination for the Commanding Officer and staff, improving workflow efficiency and timely decision-making.
• Federal Voting Assistance Officer: Administered voting assistance programs for all assigned Personnel and subordinate squadrons ensuring 100% compliance with federal regulations. Tracked voting metrics and conducted annual training to increase absentee ballot voting.

Watch Officer and Range Safety Officer for Service Level Training Exercise - Marine Aircraft Group 16 Headquarters - 29 Palms, CA

• Supervised live-fire training operations involving multiple divisions of airborne assault helicopter and coordinated airspace usage for aviation support during large-scale combined arms exercises, ensuring strict adherence to safety and operational standards.

Co-pilot - Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters - Fleet Replacement Squadron - Jacksonville, NC

(2022-12 - 2023-10)

• Planned and executed multi-aircraft training missions, developing proficiency in terrain navigation, external load operations, Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations, emergency procedure execution, heavy-lift operations, formation flying, and tactical approaches.
• Promoted to Captain (O-3) in the United States Marine Corps.
• Achieved designation as a fleet-ready co-pilot, prepared for deployment and operational integration into a Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron.

Student Pilot - TH-57B/C (Bell 206) Helicopters - Intermediate and Advanced Flight School - Milton, FL

(2021-09 - 2022-11)

• Designated a military pilot - United States Naval Service - qualified to train in Military aircraft.
• Mastered rotary-wing maneuvers, autorotation, confined area landings, and terrain navigation.
• Operated in diverse weather conditions, developing decision-making under dynamic scenarios.

Student Pilot - T-6B Texan II Turboprop Airplanes - Primary Flight School - Corpus Christi, TX

(2020-11 - 2021-09)

• Developed foundational military aviation skills and executed high-intensity training flights with strict adherence to safety protocols, earning qualifications for advanced rotary-wing training.

Flight Student - Introductory Flight Screening / Naval Introductory Flight School - Pensacola, FL

(2020-01 - 2022-10)

• Completed initial military flight training in Cessna 172 aircrafts, gaining a strong foundation in basic aerodynamics, and flight safety while learning standardized naval aviation procedures.
• Promoted to 1st Lieutenant (O-2) in the United States Marine Corps.

Entry Level Marine Corps Officer - Officer Candidate School and The Basic School - Quantico, VA

(2018-05 - 2019-12)

• Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant (O-1) in the United State Marine Corps.
• Academic and field training environments for small unit leadership and combat tactics.

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management - Norwich University (2014-08 - 2018-05)