GavinKincade

Aviation Management graduate from the University of Oklahoma, ready to support aerospace and defense programs in contracts, supply chain, and project operations.

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DegreeB.S. Aviation Management, OU ’24
CurrentlyAirport Intern, OKC International
Based inEdmond, Oklahoma
Security clearanceNone held, eligible to obtain
Available to startImmediately

Meet Gavin in 90 seconds

A short introduction: who I am, what I’ve done, and why aerospace and defense.

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About me

I’m an Oklahoma-raised aviation management graduate who has worked on both ends of the industry: moving engine parts for the F-22, F-35, and C-17, and reconciling millions of dollars in airport project records against purchase orders and invoices.

At the University of Oklahoma I studied contract administration, airline and airport operations, and supply chain management, then put it to work in competitive simulations judged by industry professionals, including a winning $315M proposal to a simulated government RFP. Outside the classroom I’ve spent two years as a security officer on a government complex, where documentation, protocol, and calm under pressure are the job. I’m looking for a role where I can grow into contracts, program, or supply-chain work that keeps aircraft flying and the mission supported.

Aviation and service run in my family. My father served in the Navy, my uncle Matt flew F-16s and F-18s as a Navy and Air Force pilot, and my grandfather was an Army Green Beret in Vietnam. I wanted to serve in uniform too, but a medical disqualification closed that door. Supporting the people and aircraft that defend this country is the closest I can come to that goal, and I don’t take it lightly.

$19Min airport project records reconciled
17active capital projects supported
$315Mwinning simulated defense proposal
1stof all teams, airline simulation
3military aircraft programs supported
72acre government complex secured

What I bring to your team

Accuracy with money and data

I cross-reference project data against accounting records, POs, and invoices, flag discrepancies, and build Excel systems that feed Power BI reporting.

Defense supply-chain experience

I’ve kitted and shipped engine components for the F119, F135, and F117 under a government contract, including manifests, inspections, and QC documentation.

Reliability under pressure

Two years of security operations on a government site, 100% protocol compliance, 20+ documented incidents, and formal recognition for helping save a coworker’s life.

Experience

Most recent first.

  1. May 2026 – present

    Airport Intern

    City of Oklahoma City, OKC International Airport
    • Moved legacy construction progress-report data into a standardized Excel system that feeds Power BI, modernizing project reporting for Planning & Development.
    • Supported reporting on 17 active project records (about $19M) by reconciling project data with accounting records, purchase orders, and invoices, and escalating discrepancies for correction.
    • Worked with municipal procurement: purchase orders, invoicing, and competitive bidding in Oracle.
    • Rotated through Planning & Development, Airside and Landside Operations, General Aviation Airports, and IT.
  2. June 2024 – present

    Security Officer (Unarmed)

    Trax International, Norman, OK
    • Patrol a 72-acre government complex and three buildings; monitor surveillance with 100% protocol compliance.
    • Write detailed incident reports and patrol documentation supporting management decisions on 20+ incidents.
    • Respond to site emergencies; formally recognized for decisive action that saved a coworker’s life.
  3. June – August 2022 (90-day contract)

    Order Picker

    GXO Logistics for Pratt & Whitney, Oklahoma City
    • Distributed and kitted engine components for the F-22, F-35, and C-17 (F119, F135, F117 engines) under a government contract.
    • Created and verified cargo manifests, inspected shipments for defects, and kept documentation accurate for quality control and compliance.
  4. August 2020 – December 2024

    B.S. Aviation Management, Minor in General Business

    University of Oklahoma, Norman
    • Major GPA 3.74.
    • Coursework: Aviation Contract Administration, Airline Management, Airport Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Finance, Financial Accounting, Aerospace Ethics, Marketing.

Proposal and program projects

Team projects at OU, each judged by a panel of aviation industry professionals.

Cosmic Ventures: contract bid

Market assessment, pricing, and proposal lead

Wrote a proposal responding to a simulated government RFP for rocket and payload delivery, covering compliance requirements, cost analysis, competitive strategy, and model rocket testing.

Won against five teams with a $315M proposed budget

Atomic Airlines: airline simulation

CFO, promoted to CEO

Managed budgeting, route planning, and fleet acquisition, using financial forecasts and performance metrics to drive profitability.

1st overall: $18.4M revenue, $58.32 stock price

Global AeroWorks: capstone

CEO

Led an airport development and consulting company simulation: operational and financial plans, risk and SWOT analyses, quarterly briefings, and stakeholder presentations.

Ranked 2nd among all teams

Skills and tools

Analysis and reporting

Microsoft ExcelData analysisData validationProject reportingQuality controlFinancial data verificationBasic accounting

Operations and projects

Project coordinationOperational planningProcess improvementRisk mitigationLogistics coordinationSupply chain operations

Aerospace and defense

Purchase orders and invoicingAerospace supply chainSecurity operationsSafety and complianceProcurementGovernment contracting (academic)RFP and proposal development

Software

ExcelWordPowerPointTeamsOraclePower BICanva

Hiring details

The answers recruiters usually need before a first call.

U.S. citizenship
Yes
Security clearance
None held; eligible and willing to obtain
Target roles
Contracts, procurement, supply chain, program or project coordination
Willing to relocate
Yes, anywhere in the U.S.
Travel
Up to 75% or more
Available to start
Immediately
Work arrangement
On-site

Let’s talk

I usually reply within one business day.

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