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Joseph Blois

Huntsville,EN

Summary

Former British Army Officer with 20 years of leadership experience, including specialist duty as an Experimental Test Pilot and selection as a UK Exchange Officer with the U.S. Army. Experienced in building trusted relationships, influencing decision-makers, and delivering outcomes in complex, high-pressure environments.

Proven ability to translate technical detail into clear value propositions, enabling informed decisions and driving adoption of new capabilities. Brings discipline, integrity, and accountability, with a track record of operating effectively in ambiguous environments and consistently delivering results.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

British Army

UK Ministry of Defence
United Kingdom
04.2006 - 05.2026
  • Various leadership and specialist aviation roles in detail below.

Experimental Test Pilot

British Army
Boscombe Down, UK / Huntsville
01.2019 - 03.2026

Executed complex flight test programs for rotary-wing aircraft, ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards.

Delivered strategic recommendations to senior leadership based on comprehensive test findings.

Maintained clear communication with stakeholders throughout all phases of test programs.

Oversaw high-risk aviation activities while adhering to stringent regulatory requirements.

Aviation Operations & Program Manager

US Army (British Exchange Officer)
Huntsville
  • Selected to represent the United Kingdom as an Exchange Officer with the U.S. Army, operating within a multinational team and strengthening international collaboration.
  • Oversaw operational planning, scheduling and resource allocation for complex, time critical aviation programs.
  • Led personnel of operations team, delivering support to daily flight operations.

Training manager

British Army
Suffolk
2015 - 2017
  • Developed and delivered tactical training programs for pilots to enhance operational readiness.
  • Mentored junior trainers to improve instructional techniques and delivery methods.

Attack Pilot

British Army
Various
2008 - 2014
  • Attack helicopter pilot with multiple operational deployments, trusted to deliver precision outcomes in high-risk environments while training and mentoring others to consistently perform to exacting standards.
  • Aircraft Commander and Flight Lead, accountable for mission success, safety, and decision-making, leading teams in dynamic environments and taking responsibility for people, equipment, and outcomes.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate - Flight Dynamics And Flight Test

Cranfield University
UK
04-2019

Experimental Test Pilot

Empire Test Pilots' School
Boscombe Down, UK
12-2018

Army Officers Commissioning Course

Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Camberley, UK
04-2007

MBA candidate

Open University
Milton Keynes, UK

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Team management
  • Project planning
  • Relationship building

Introduction

Army Officer transitioning into commercial roles within high-growth environments | Leadership | Adaptability | Results-driven execution

Timeline

Experimental Test Pilot

British Army
01.2019 - 03.2026

British Army

UK Ministry of Defence
04.2006 - 05.2026

Aviation Operations & Program Manager

US Army (British Exchange Officer)

Training manager

British Army
2015 - 2017

Attack Pilot

British Army
2008 - 2014

Post-Graduate Certificate - Flight Dynamics And Flight Test

Cranfield University

Experimental Test Pilot

Empire Test Pilots' School

Army Officers Commissioning Course

Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

MBA candidate

Open University
Joseph Blois