Aiden Hovren

Operations Strategist

Summary

Founder and operator focused on building practical systems that help businesses run more clearly and consistently.

Experience

Chief Executive Officer

2025 – Present

Ironvael

  • Founded a consulting firm focused on operational systems and execution support for growing businesses.
  • Designed and implemented standardized client lifecycle systems (intake, proposal, contracting, onboarding, delivery, and retention) to ensure disciplined execution and repeatability.
  • Built firm infrastructure, integrating cloud systems, financial controls, CRM workflows, and documentation standards.

MH-60S Subject Matter Expert

04 2024 – 07 2024

Crews Training International

  • Developed and implemented 20 technical training modules adopted by the US Navy, standardizing aviation safety and technical readiness.
  • Served as technical knowledge resource for aircrew operations and safety standards.

UAS Mission Payload Operator

01 2023 – 07 2024

US Navy

  • Operated and monitored mission payload systems, ensuring system reliability, data accuracy, and adherence to security protocols.
  • Reviewed and annotated payload imagery to identify and classify targets and POIs; documented metadata and timestamps, then handed concise briefs to pilots to support mission decisions.

Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

07 2020 – 07 2024

US Navy

  • Coordinated flight operations and instructor-led training across 12 rotary-wing squadrons, supporting 300+ aircrew and pilots alongside Weapons & Tactics instructors to optimize mission scheduling, resource allocation, and operational readiness.
  • Served as a Squadron Search and Rescue (SAR) Instructor for 30 aircrewmen, leading rescue training evolutions, maintaining qualifications and currencies, and ensuring compliance with Navy aviation and safety standards.

Skills

Operations StrategyRisk & Hazard AnalysisTraining DevelopmentProcess StandardizationTraining & MentorshipMission CoordinationDocumentation & Compliance

Volunteering

Firefighter

2025 – Present

TFS Volunteer Fire Department

  • Responded to emergency calls including fires and vehicle accidents; assisted in containment, operations, and hazard mitigation under high-stress conditions.
  • Maintained readiness through regular training in fire suppression and equipment operation; supported community safety initiatives and prevention programs.

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC)

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High Performance Teams Certified (HPTC)

Management and Strategy Institute (MSI)

2025

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Management and Strategy Institute (MSI)

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Education

B.S. Cybersecurity

National University

2024 – Present