Windows 10 & 11
Clyde Hippensteel
Ret. SGM Aviation Operations (Army)
Terrell,Texas
Summary
Seasoned Aviation Operations Manager, retired from the Army, with an active Top-Secret SCI Security Clearance and a decade of demonstrated expertise. Proficient in a wide range of aviation program administration tasks, I uphold stringent standards in operational safety and team training to ensure top-tier program management. With over 30 years of experience, I have successfully led diverse teams of technicians and professionals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificates
89
89
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Army Instructor
Dallas Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Serving as a high school JROTC Senior Army Instructor teaching citizenship, leadership, character, and community service to 290 Cadets
- Evaluated and revised short and long range plans necessary for achieving curriculum goals as well as establishing clear objectives for each lesson
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Inspector General
Department of Defense, United States Army
12.2017 - 07.2022
- Served as an Inspector General Sergeants Major for the Combined Arms Support Command and the Sustainment Center of Excellence with a supported population of approximately 75,000 personnel across six states
- Performed as an extension of the senior leadership as the Commanding General's eyes, ears, voice, and conscience
- Responsible for providing impartial, objective, unbiased advice, and oversight; reviewed all products before they are forwarded to the Command
- Received and resolved Inspector General Action Requests while protecting confidentiality by safeguarding identities and information provided
- Inquired into and reported upon matters on the performance of mission and state of the economy, efficiency, discipline, morale, training, and readiness of all activities on and off the installation as well as encompassing seven additional locations across six states
- Educated leaders, civilians, and Soldiers on the system's purpose, functions, methods, benefits, and constraints, taught various personnel on the Army's standards, policy, and procedures.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Operations Manager
Department of Defense, United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Served as the Operations Sergeants Major for an Aviation Brigade with a supported population of approximately 3,000 personnel
- Served as the advisor for the operations division, overseeing formal education programs, in-house training, force updates, ongoing operations, resource allocation, and routine tasks
- Coordinated flights critical to the movement of personnel and equipment throughout assigned air space
- Managed and enhanced the compilation of statistical reports on flight records, aircraft upkeep, and crew readiness using diverse automation tools. This vital data was instrumental for mission planning and execution, ensuring the brigade’s ability to launch, fly, and recover while consistently upholding safety standards both on and off duty
- Assisted and advised officers within the operations section and provided guidance to all Brigade staff officers and five subordinate organizations
- Functioned at executive levels, adeptly managing a substantial workload encompassing training operations, garrison missions, pre-deployment strategizing, and operational coordination
- Led and trained assigned personnel within the operations in all aspects of daily duties and fostered a positive work environment conducive to team building
- Guaranteed mission accomplishment while concurrently managing numerous intricate events. These included visits from foreign delegations from China and Korea, modernization showcases, impactful suggestions presented to the National Commission on the Future of the Army, Combat Training Center rotations, Field Training Exercises, and aerial gunneries
- Efficiently communicated thoughts and concepts in a clear and succinct way, demonstrating the capacity to extend influence beyond the hierarchical structure.
- Fostered professional relationships that significantly contributed to the organization’s success
- Implemented, regulated, and enhanced internal policies to ensure prompt response to requirements
- Introduced innovative methods and systems to decrease processing time
- Established effective communication within the unit staff and organizational leadership, minimizing miscommunications and deadline oversights
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Associates in Applied Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Skills
Administration and ManagementCollaborationComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationCritical ThinkingCross-Functional LeadershipDeadline AdherenceInvestigative researchInspections AuditsJudgment and Decision MakingManage safety proceduresNetworkingOutstanding Leadership AbilitiesOperational EfficiencyOversee OperationsProject ManagementPolicies ProceduresProcess ImprovementProduction and Processing FocusRegulations ComplianceReport WritingStaff DevelopmentStakeholder RelationsStrategic Goal SettingTask PrioritizationTime Management
Department Oversight
Analytical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Decision-Making
Quality Assurance
Logistics Management
Budget Control
Certification
Texas Department of Public Safety Certified License to Carry Instructor, 2023
Timeline
Army Instructor
Dallas Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Inspector General
Department of Defense, United States Army
12.2017 - 07.2022
Operations Manager
Department of Defense, United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Associates in Applied Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Software
Adobe Acrobat PRO & DC
Microsoft Office 365
Access
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
Teams
Professional Highlights
- Problem Solving & Analysis - Conducted in-depth analysis of internal processes, recommended and implemented policy modifications to enhance operations, and fostered mission success.
- Operations Management - Translated the strategic vision of executive leadership into actionable plans, leading staff towards the achievement of pioneering organizational goals.
- Training & Development - Boosted organizational performance through immersive training and a leadership style that prioritized decision-making through active listening. Collaborated with senior leadership to design and implement comprehensive training programs, addressing current training needs with innovative solutions.