Thomas McClain
Southlake,TX
Summary
Accomplished military and civilian pilot in command (PIC), instructor/flight examiner with demonstrable achievements in global Part 121 air carrier operations and safety. Detail-oriented aviation professional and collaborative leader who energizes diverse teams as an innovative problem solver and subject matter expert. Effective leadership with a reputation for integrity, dedication, and work ethic.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President / Principal
Kingdom Leadership Partners LLC. & KLP Aviation Services
- Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (DVOSB) providing organizational leadership coaching and support to Tier 1 Aerospace and Aviation Training Programs
Senior USAF Aircrew Training Business Development Manager
CAE USA (formerly L-3 Link Simulation & Training)
2008.01
- Strategic Business Development for $1B Global Aerospace Simulation & Training Contractor
Captain B757/767, Airline Transport Pilot
United Airlines Corp.
2000.01 - Current
- Domestic & International Part 121 Commercial Air Transportation Operations
Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors
DroneIQ
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Executive leadership for startup unmanned systems transportation organization serving the Southwest United States region
Vice President of Operations and Support Services
The King's University
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Executive leadership for The King's University's multi-campus operational programs
Command Flight Examiner / Assistant Director of Operations / Chief of Staff
Headquarters 19th Air Force, Air Education & Training Command (AETC)
2006.01 - 2008.01
- Executive leadership of U.S
- Air Force's largest flying training organization
Director of Staff / Flight Examiner
14th Flying Training Wing
2004.01 - 2006.01
- Led a dynamic flying training community of 4,200+ personnel graduating 400+ US and international officers annually
Education
Ph.D. - Leadership Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX08.2017
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Blacksburg, VA05.1994
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.1985
Skills
- Crew Resource Management
- Threat and Error Management
- Safety
- Aviation Operations
- Collaborative Engagement
- Teamwork & Leadership
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SharePoint
- ADDIE Instructional Design Model
- Balanced Scorecard Strategic Planning System
- Lean / Six Sigma Value Stream Mapping Certified
Websites
Certification
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor / Instrument (Single/Multi Engine)
- Type Ratings held: B757/767, CE-500, Lear Jet, BE-400
- Military Instructor / Flight Examiner: C-5A/B, C-21A, T-38, T-1A, T-6
Publications
- McClain, T. M. (2017). Executive leadership competencies for megachurch staff spiritual growth and organizational effectiveness: A Delphi study. (Doctoral Dissertation)
- McClain, T. M. (1994). U.S. Air Force Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Program Requirements Development Study. (Masters Thesis)
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors
DroneIQ
2020.01 - 2021.01
Vice President of Operations and Support Services
The King's University
2015.01 - 2016.01
Senior USAF Aircrew Training Business Development Manager
CAE USA (formerly L-3 Link Simulation & Training)
2008.01
Command Flight Examiner / Assistant Director of Operations / Chief of Staff
Headquarters 19th Air Force, Air Education & Training Command (AETC)
2006.01 - 2008.01
Director of Staff / Flight Examiner
14th Flying Training Wing
2004.01 - 2006.01
Captain B757/767, Airline Transport Pilot
United Airlines Corp.
2000.01 - Current
President / Principal
Kingdom Leadership Partners LLC. & KLP Aviation Services
Ph.D. - Leadership Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The University of Southern California
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor / Instrument (Single/Multi Engine)
- Type Ratings held: B757/767, CE-500, Lear Jet, BE-400
- Military Instructor / Flight Examiner: C-5A/B, C-21A, T-38, T-1A, T-6
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