Heather Rentfrow
Parker, CO,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic Senior Analyst with AEVEX Aerospace, skilled in intelligence gathering and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing situational awareness through tailored FMV products and real-time analysis. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and mentoring junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst/Site Manager
AEVEX Aerospace
03.2019 - Current
- Deployed full suite of imagery analysis tools and used geospatial information systems for enhancement.
- Supported the execution of successful missions, providing real-time FMV analysis and feedback to ground forces during operations.
- Enhanced situational awareness with timely production and dissemination of FMV products to leadership and other stakeholders.
- Developed customized FMV products tailored to specific mission requirements, ensuring relevant information was readily accessible for decision makers.
- Delivered concise and informative briefings to senior leadership on critical findings, enabling informed decision-making in a timely manner.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for FMV Imagery Analysts, promoting consistency and adherence to best practices across the team.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when reviewing raw FMV data, identifying key insights often overlooked by others.
- Performed extensive research on target areas prior to mission execution, equipping operational teams with valuable context and background information.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
- Consistently met deadlines for deliverables while maintaining a high degree of accuracy in all analyses performed, ensuring reliable intelligence provision at all times.
- Conducted detailed assessments of enemy activity patterns for actionable intelligence, contributing to strategic planning and decision making.
- Mentored junior analysts in advanced analytical techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
FMV Imagery Analyst / Mission Supervisor
Zel Technologies LLC
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate various intelligence sources, strengthening comprehensive understanding of target areas.
- Contributed to the successful completion of high-stakes missions through diligent monitoring and assessment of real-time FMV feeds.
- Conducted detailed assessments of enemy activity patterns for actionable intelligence, contributing to strategic planning and decision making.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when reviewing raw FMV data, identifying key insights often overlooked by others.
- Mentored junior analysts in advanced analytical techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Understood geospatial techniques and produced finished imagery-derived intelligence products, reports and assessments.
- Used imagery to exploit, identify, monitor and analyze existing and emerging trends, dynamic events and intelligence problems.
- Evaluated data from multiple sources to generate accurate geospatial intelligence reports that informed tactical decisions.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Sensor Operator
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Increased mission success rates with diligent monitoring of sensor activity during critical operations.
- Assembled target information and hostile defense locations to plan for missions.
- Maintained detailed notes to complete mission flight logs and progress reports.
- Maintained clear communication channels among team members, facilitating efficient coordination during high-stress situations.
- Participated actively in debriefing sessions after each mission, identifying areas for improvement while celebrating successes.
- Assisted in the development of tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance RPA sensor operations capabilities.
- Supported successful mission outcomes by closely monitoring target areas for potential threats or changes.
- Contributed to intelligence gathering efforts through detailed analysis and interpretation of sensor data.
- Effectively multitasked between various responsibilities such as navigation, payload control, communications management, and data processing.
- Played a critical role in counter-terrorism operations by providing essential data on enemy locations and movements via advanced sensor technology.
Education
Central Eurasian Studies
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, INMiddle Eastern Studies
American Military University
Unmanned Aircraft System Basic Operator Course
United States Air Force
Avionic Sensors Maintenance Apprentice Course
United States Air Force
Processing, Exploitation & Dissemination Course
11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Critical thinking
- Intelligence gathering
- Target development
- Analytical thinking
- Data analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Data research and validation
- Attention to detail
- Trend analysis
Timeline
Senior Analyst/Site Manager
AEVEX Aerospace
03.2019 - Current
FMV Imagery Analyst / Mission Supervisor
Zel Technologies LLC
08.2015 - 11.2018
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Sensor Operator
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 08.2014
Central Eurasian Studies
Indiana University, Bloomington
Middle Eastern Studies
American Military University
Unmanned Aircraft System Basic Operator Course
United States Air Force
Avionic Sensors Maintenance Apprentice Course
United States Air Force
Processing, Exploitation & Dissemination Course
11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron
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