QUINN HARRIS
Slidell
Summary
Highly experienced C-130J Loadmaster with 13+ years of service and over 2,900 flight hours supporting global mobility, airdrop, and combat operations. Proven leader in aircrew instruction, mission planning, and aircraft systems knowledge. Combines tactical airlift expertise with a strong foundation in flight operations, crew coordination, and aircraft performance. Actively pursuing transition to C-130J pilot with a commitment to safety, mission success, and continued excellence in air mobility.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant AFRC Training Manager
AFRC HQ
Robins AFB
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with all AFRC flying squadrons to establish pipelines for each new career enlisted aviator.
- Selected for CEASLC, scheduled for attendance in August 2025, recognizing leadership potential.
- Completed Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education I and II to enhance military knowledge.
C-130J Loadmaster
815 Airlift Squadron
Keesler AFB
04.2020 - 11.2025
- Served as sole Joint Airdrop Inspector at Anderson AFB, Guam for all exercises over four months.
- Selected as evaluator while maintaining traditional reservist duties to uphold standards.
- Lead loadmaster role during Exercise Silver Arrow; advocated for loadmaster training at planning conferences.
C-130H/J Loadmaster
Active Duty Army
Colorado Springs/Ramstein/Yokota
09.2013 - 04.2020
- Served as an Instructor Loadmaster on a high-profile U.S. Diplomatic mission to North Korea, with adherence to international protocols, under high-security conditions.
- Managed logistics for eight multinational training deployments, ensuring seamless operations.
- Oversaw resource allocation as the unit deployment manager, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness.
- Executed hundreds of missions across EUCOM, AFRICOM, and USINDOPACOM, achieving strategic objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL10-2024
Associate of Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2022
Skills
- Aviation regulations
- Mission planning
- Safety management
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Assistant AFRC Training Manager
AFRC HQ
11.2024 - Current
C-130J Loadmaster
815 Airlift Squadron
04.2020 - 11.2025
C-130H/J Loadmaster
Active Duty Army
09.2013 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Associate of Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
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