John Kim
About John Kim
John Kim serves as the Director of Information Technology - Field Services at Hawaiian Airlines, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in IT management, having held various roles in organizations such as Hawaiian Airlines, General Dynamics Information Technology, and the United States Air Force.
Current Role at Hawaiian Airlines
John Kim serves as the Director of Information Technology - Field Services at Hawaiian Airlines. He has held this position since 2020 and is based in Honolulu, Hawaii. In this role, he oversees various IT operations related to field services, ensuring that the technological needs of the airline are met efficiently.
Previous Experience at Hawaiian Airlines
Prior to his current role, John Kim worked at Hawaiian Airlines in several capacities. He was the Senior Manager of IT - Airport Operations from 2017 to 2020, and before that, he served as the Senior Manager of IT Maintenance & Engineering - Technology Delivery from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Technical Lead for Flight Operations in 2014-2015.
Military and Defense Background
John Kim has an extensive military background, having served in the United States Air Force and the Hawaii Air National Guard for over 22 years. His roles included Computer Systems Operations Superintendent and NonCommissioned Officer in Charge. He was involved in high-level national security programs and managed geospatial intelligence systems as part of the Distributed Common Ground System – Army.
Education and Training
John Kim studied at the Community College of the Air Force, where he achieved a degree in Information Technology. He also completed his secondary education at Kaimuki High School. His educational background supports his extensive career in information technology and military operations.
Technical Expertise and Skills
John Kim possesses a strong technical skill set, including experience as a Systems Architect and Virtualization Engineer. He has managed systems and connectivity for intelligence operations and has developed proposals for specialized systems to enhance operational efficiency. He holds a Top Secret / SCI Clearance, reflecting his capability to handle sensitive information.