Dean Melson Av Mp, Pmp
About Dean Melson Av Mp, Pmp
Dean Melson is a Level II Group Lead at Belcan, with over 15 years of experience in managing teams in tactical environments. He has held various roles in IT and project management across multiple organizations, including DynCorp International and the United States Marine Corps.
Work at Belcan
Dean Melson currently serves as a Level II Group Lead at Belcan, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he worked as an IT Manager at Belcan from 2019 to 2021, during which he was based in Kabul, Afghanistan. His responsibilities included overseeing IT operations and managing teams in a challenging environment. His tenure at Belcan has contributed to his extensive experience in project management and team leadership.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Belcan, Dean Melson worked at DynCorp International as a Network Administrator for the INL/DoS Airwing from 2011 to 2013 in Kabul, Afghanistan. He also served as a Ground Site Manager at DynCorp from 2013 to 2018, managing operations in both Kandahar and Kabul. Additionally, he was a Project Manager at Salient CRGT from 2018 to 2019, further enhancing his project management skills.
Education and Expertise
Dean Melson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies from Grand Canyon University, completed in 2020. He also studied Aviation Management at Stanford University, earning the IATA AvMP designation in 2015. His early education includes a focus on Zoology/Animal Biology from Cincinnati Zoo Academy, where he graduated high school in 1996. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in both technology and aviation.
Military Experience
Dean Melson has a notable military background, having served in the United States Marine Corps from 1999 to 2004 as an Air Support Operations Operator. He later held the position of Gunnery Sergeant and Platoon Commander in the Marine Corps Reserve from 2004 to 2012. His military service provided him with extensive experience in leadership and operational management in diverse environments.
Leadership and Management Skills
Dean Melson is recognized for his leadership capabilities and has over 15 years of experience managing teams in joint tactical environments. He is skilled in conflict resolution and team building, maintaining strong unit cohesion among culturally diverse groups. His track record includes successfully managing complex projects with limited resources and making sound decisions in combined and joint operational settings.