Thomas S.

Thomas S. has a diverse work experience, starting with their current role as a Senior Operations Lead at Starship Technologies since March 2020. Prior to this, they worked as a Catchafire Mentor from February 2020, providing time management coaching for various projects. From February 2019 to October 2020, Thomas served as a Crisis Counselor Volunteer at Crisis Text Line.

Before transitioning to these roles, Thomas worked at TransferWise from October 2015 to March 2020 in various compliance operations and vendor management positions. Thomas also had experience as a Test Development Engineer at Ericsson from January 2015 to October 2015. Additionally, Thomas pursued higher education as a Graduate Student at Tallinn University of Technology from September 2013 to January 2015.

Prior to their career in the technology sector, Thomas served in the United States Air Force, taking on roles such as Operations Manager in Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems from February 2011 to April 2013. Thomas also served as a Recruitment Lead, Quality Assurance Lead, Operations Manager in Air Traffic Control RF Communications, and Readiness School Assistant Manager & Instructor at different points during their tenure in the Air Force, starting from November 2006.

Overall, Thomas S. has gained extensive experience in operations, crisis counseling, compliance, and vendor management throughout their professional journey.

Thomas S. holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Aeronautical Science with a minor in Aviation Safety from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Additionally, they earned an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Electronic Technology and another A.A.S. in Human Resources from the Community College of the Air Force. Thomas also holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Project Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Thomas has a Master's Degree in Communicative Electronics with a specialization in Bionics from TalTech - Tallinn University of Technology. Thomas has completed various certificate programs, including Scrum in Projects from Semcon, Quality Assurance Maintenance Support Procedures, Instructional System Design Course, and Principles of Instruction Course from the Community College of the Air Force. Thomas also holds certificates in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination from West Virginia University on Coursera, Professional Selling Skills Application Course and Professional Selling Skills Course from AchieveGlobal, Crisis Counselor from Crisis Text Line, and Certificate in ID Compliance Verification Academy from Keesing Technologies.