Resume of Norman Helberg-Jacobson

Norman Helberg-Jacobson

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20839 Nettleton St
Orlando Fl, 32833

Home 407-412-9520
Cell 407-568-0895
Work 321-476-5140
njacobson@cfl.rr.com
nhelberg@cfl.rr.com
norman.jacobson.ctr@patrick.af.mil

Objective

High Technology Education and Organizational Management, Orlando Fl.

Weapons Systems Operation... Aviation/Space Training Systems... Modeling and Simulation...
Computer Based Training... Distributed Training... Design Analysis...

Accomplished, detail orientated, Technical Manager with 20+ years in Naval Aviation and 12+ years in Aviation Simulation and Training Programs. Operates well in independent environments.

Proven leader with a strength for identifying talent, building and motivating technical teams that work cooperatively to achieve goals. Highly articulate with excellent interpersonal skills and a sincere passion for blending aviation education with technology.

Aviation/Space
Education
Program
Expertise:

Instrumentation Lead, Integration, and Training Specialist (Cape Canaveral, Florida)

IT Systems Director Orlando ADL Co-Lab (Institute for Simulation and Training and STRICOM)

US Navy T-34 Micro-Sim Primary Investigator (Institute for Simulation and Training)

Technical course designer and instructor for DMSO (Defense Modeling and Simulation Office)

QA Analyst and Project Lead, Avionics and Flight Systems Courses (Flight Safety International)

MIS Officer working with contractors for new and evolving Programs (US Navy)

WST (Weapons System Trainer), senior instructor and training analyst (US Navy)

Nuclear Weapons Delivery Officer Certification (US Navy)

Tactical Action Officer, Battle Staff Tactical Watch Officer, (US Navy)

Naval Flight Officer, Aviation Warfare Officer, Mission Commander (US Navy)

Navy Instructor, Avionics and NATOPS (US NAVY)

Military

Verification of Military Experience and training can be located on line at the following address: http://www.biztool.com/military.htm

Civilian

The most surprising award in my civilian career...is noted here.

Professional
Experience

Feb 2004
Present

Computer Sciences Raytheon, Cape Canaveral Florida

Cocoa Beach FL

Primary Lead, Integration, and Instrumentation Training Specialist

Instrumentation integrator and educator for new technology systems utilized for the launching of space vehicles and platforms.
Designer and programmer for the training and education web site utilized for additional research in new and evolving instrumentation systems at Cape Canaveral.
Wrote and taught courses in the subjects of Post Detection Telemetry Systems, (PDTS), Radar Open Systems Architecture, (ROSA), 4D Lightning Detection and Ranging Sensor II, (4DLSS & LDAR), and Linux Basics, Linux Networking, and Linux Administrative techniques and procedures.
Constructed hands on simulations for corresponding courses on instrumentation systems.
Advising and training operators, mid and upper level management (Air Force and commercial) in, system utilization, procedures, security, and system communications.
Attending system developmental meetings with MIT, Lincoln Labs, Space contractors and system developers.

1997 – 2004

Institute for Simulation and Training at the University of Central Florida

Orlando FL

Primary Investigator (IT Systems Director and Project/Program Manager)

IT Systems Director for the ADL (Advanced Distributed Learning) Co-Lab in Orlando as one of three Directors in the US (Alexandria VA and Wisconsin are the other Labs).
IST Liaison with Naval Air Warfare Command Training Systems Division, in contracts dealing with Aviation Simulations and Distance Education.
Wrote proposals and budgets for "COST EFFECTIVE" large scale networks utilized in Department of Defense (DOD) contracts for use in Simulation and Training for Warfighting and Medical personnel.
Designed, constructed and programmed "Turnkey" systems (Windows 2000 Enterprise and SUN Solaris) for DOD contracts. Wrote and implemented all security procedures for DITSCAP Certification.
System Administrator for multiple enterprise systems in three separate DOD research laboratories. Tested and evaluated numerous existing and newly developed computer based programs, recommending hardware and software solutions for evolving simulation programs.
Designed, constructed and directed Trinity and Global Streams Streaming Video Studio and server systems including all hardware, software, web pages, and services.
Project Manager for US Navy Micro-Sim project and the development of cost effective off the shelf Flight Simulators for USN flight students.
Was presented several awards from the University of Central Florida, and the Commanding officer of the Naval Air Warfare Command Training Systems Division, for accomplishing projects "well under budget" and in record time.
Became the "Go To" guy at the institute for advice on innovative, cost effective off the shelf ways to implement new projects.

1995 – 1997

Flight Safety International

Daytona Beach FL

Senior Training Analyst and Project Lead

QA of Avionics and Pilot Flight Systems training programs as the only analyst with both Flight and Avionics Maintenance experience.

Design, construction and writing of computer based pilot and maintenance training programs for the Gulfstream V project within the areas of Avionics and Glass Cockpit. Additional tasks include the liaison and coordination of graphics and program development via the Internet, WAN's and Flight Safety ISD (Instructional Support Division), Hurst, Texas.

Organizing and presenting the simulations and training systems at trade shows (NBAA and I/ITSEC).

1995 – Present

The Most Logical Tool

Orlando FL

President and Owner

The Most Logical Tool is a business designed for construction, consulting, and placing of commercial aviation businesses on the Internet. Areas covered consist of: Projects:: Design, construction and administration of Windows NT servers, web pages, e-mail, ftp...; Integration of SQL and database web pages for interactive web sites. (Allaire Cold Fusion); Advising and training clients in the utilization of Internet business and communication capabilities beyond web pages.; Training clients when requested on the construction of their own web pages. Sites:

www.biztool.com
www.appliedsim.com
www.dixiechopper.com

www.rotorcraft.com
www.pra.org
www.aircommand.com

1992 – 1995

Naval Pacific Meteorological & Oceanographic Center

Pearl Harbor HI

MIS System Services Officer/Manager

Reviewed and approved new programs installed by contractors for the advancement in meteorological communications to the Pacific Fleet.
Duties included supervision of over 200 PC's running Dos, Unix, and Windows NT and Work-Station, training of data technicians; MIS System Services Officer: educated employees concerning Data Systems, Data Bases, and security; recommended system purchases; implemented computer communications systems; programming; wrote technical lesson guides for computer usage; trained incoming technicians on PC Maintenance and various programs. Projects:: Developed and established complete back-up system via PC and modem for tactical environmental support system.; Directed the trouble shooting and correction of an automated weather network between the Air Force and the Navy.; Developed and continuously updated a user help system on company's UNIX LAN consisting of operational and administrative subjects.; Designed and wrote multimedia programs for computer security adopted by the Pacific Fleet Training Center.; Designed and built Internet servers for the development of meteorological data research systems.; Rated at top 5%.

1988 – 1992

Commander Patrol Wing One & Commander Destroyer Squadron 35

Japan & Persian Gulf

Air Operations Officer (TS/SBI clearance)

Assisted Battle Staff Commander by planning and coordinating tactical employment of aircraft. Planed training for ships and squadrons. Prepared tactical instructions and operational doctrine. Prepared schedule for operating units. Evaluated performance of three squadrons. Recommended strategic distribution of air forces. Served as staff operations officer afloat when embarked with task unit or task force command. Performed fleet forecasting and analysis.: Implemented and Data Based new style air tasking order format for the Arabian Gulf, which coordinated all Naval air assets supporting the Middle East Force.; As Air Intelligence Officer conducted detailed analysis for Battle staff and recommended operational commitments based on Intelligence received and budgetary constraints.; Implemented a second air tasking order system for scheduling logistics flights, greatly improving the coordination for efficient delivery of personnel and cargo.; Coordination of three squadrons (27 aircraft), in sea and air rescue; surveillance operations; air shows; VIP flights; flight management.; As Mission Commander and Tactical Coordinator flew Joint, Surveillance, and reconnaissance missions in the Mediterranean and during Desert Storm and Shield

1984 – 1988

Patrol Squadron Five

Jacksonville, FL

Naval Flight Officer (TS clearance)

Duties included flight training of junior officers; avionics officer; maintenance control officer; flight duties. Projects:: Qualified as Patrol Plane Navigator & Tactical Coordinator and Mission Commander in minimum time.; Organized and implemented a branch maintenance training program.; NATOPS Instructor for Naval Flight Officers in P-3 Orion community.

1980 – 1983

Naval Training Group

Jacksonville, FL

Avionics/Computer Instructor

Teaching and course construction of advanced avionics/computer electronics dealing with the US Navy P-3 Orion Aircraft. Projects:: Qualified as Master Training Specialist in record time.; Selected to teach Japanese and Dutch foreign nationals the P-3 avionics/computer course.; Sole player in the technical rewrite of the avionics and computer course, which was used by the US Navy and further declassified for use by the Japanese Government.

1976 – 1980

Patrol Squadron Four-Nine

Jacksonville, FL

Avionics/Computer Technician

Duties consisted of trouble shooting P-3 Orion aircraft avionics and computer systems; maintenance and repair of aircraft. Projects:: Qualified as Quality Control Inspector as a Junior Technician.; Shop Supervisor 1978 to 1980.

Education

1997 – Present	ERAU / Northcentral Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration ~ 50% complete ERAU Specialization and Comp Sci Specialization	On Line 4.00 Avg. (so far)
1992 – 1994	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Master of Business Administration-Aviation	Pearl Harbor HI 3.89 Avg.
1980 – 1983	Southern Illinois University B.S., Vocational Education and Electronics.	Jacksonville, FL 3.98 Avg.
Misc.	MCSE Windows 2000	Orlando, FL
Misc.	Linux Red Hat Administration	Orlando, FL

Work
Interests
Hobbies

From	To	Description	Location
DEC 78	NOV 82	NASDS SCUBA Instructor	Jacksonville, FL
DEC 78	NOV 82	American Heart CPR Instructor	Jacksonville, FL
DEC 78	NOV 82	Underwater Search and Recovery	Jacksonville, FL
JAN 80	NOV 82	Sailing Instructor NAS JAX Yacht Club	Jacksonville, FL
DEC 88	OCT 91	Wood Working Instructor	Atsugi, Japan
OCT 92	OCT 94	Rescue Diver for Yearly Hydrofest Unlimited Class Races	Honolulu, HI
NOV 92	DEC 94	SSI Scuba Instructor	Honolulu, HI
DEC 92	DEC 94	American Heart CPR Instructor	Honolulu, HI

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