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Robert L. Behnken

Nationality: American

Date of birth: 1970-28-07

Email address: hello@kickresume.com

Phone number: 555-555-5555

Rank: Colonel, USAF

Resume Summary

Accomplished NASA Astronaut and U.S. Air Force Colonel with a distinguished track record of over 700 hours in space and 1,500 flight hours. Possessing a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the prestigious California Institute of Technology and recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making abilities and excels in both independent and collaborative, fast-paced team settings.

Experience

07/2000 - present, The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), United States

Successfully completed astronaut candidate training
Supported key launch and landing operations at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida
Served as Chief of the Space Station Operations Branch and NASA’s Chief Astronaut
Managed flight assignments, mission planning, and on-orbit support for international space station teams
Flew on STS-123 in March 2008 and STS-130 in February 2010, accumulating over 708 hours in space
Currently preparing for the Demo 2 flight of SpaceX’s CrewDragon spacecraft, the first crewed flight for that vehicle.

05/1991 - present, The United States Air Force, United States

Commissioned through the Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program while attending Washington University in St. Louis.
Developed and managed new weapon systems at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Graduated from the Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
Served as the lead Flight Test Engineer for the 4th F-22 in the F-22 Combined Test Force (CTF).
Planned flight test sorties, developed control room configurations, and conducted tests.

Education

1993 - 1997, PhD, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA, United States

Earned a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on controlling rotating stall and surge in compressor systems
Conducted research involving nonlinear analysis, real-time software development, and hardware construction.

1992 - 1993, Mechanical Engineering, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA, United States

Attained a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Demonstrated proficiency in advanced engineering principles.
Completed rigorous coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and structural analysis.
Conducted research on renewable energy systems, resulting in published papers.
Collaborated with industry professionals on projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

1988 - 1992, Mechanical Engineering and Physics, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, United States

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and Physics
Demonstrated proficiency in both disciplines through coursework and hands-on projects
Acquired a strong foundation in theoretical and practical aspects of mechanical engineering and physics
Successfully applied knowledge in various research projects and laboratory experiments
Collaborated with peers and faculty to develop innovative solutions to engineering problems

1988, High School, Pattonville High School, Maryland Heights, MO, United States

Strengths

Action oriented

Communication

Decision making

Confident

Flexibility

Intelligence

Leadership

Awards

Outstanding Mechanical Engineering Senior/ Washington University (1992); Defense Meritorious Service and Defense Superior Service Medals / United States Air Force; NASA Space Flight Medal (2008, 2010); NASA Exceptional Service Medal (2011); Distinguished Alumni Award / Washington University (2013).

Achievements

Time in Space: 29d 12h 17m

Flight Hours: 1,500 in more than 25 different types of aircraft

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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