Tom Hager
About Tom Hager
Tom Hager serves as the System Operations Control Lead at Mesa Airlines, Inc., where he has worked since 2019. His extensive background includes roles in aircraft maintenance, flight operations, and military service.
Work at Mesa Airlines
Tom Hager has been serving as the System Operations Control Lead at Mesa Airlines, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations within the United Airlines System Operations Control (SOC) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). His tenure at Mesa Airlines reflects a commitment to ensuring efficient flight operations and effective communication within the airline's operational framework.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Before his current position, Tom Hager worked as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Mesa Airlines, Inc. for five months in 2019. He also held the role of International Flight Operations Specialist at UAS International Trip Support from 2016 to 2017. His experience in these positions has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of aviation operations and maintenance.
Education and Expertise
Tom Hager studied Flight Operations and Dispatch at IFOD, where he gained knowledge essential for managing flight operations. Additionally, he attended the U.S. Coast Guard AVTECHTRACEN, where he achieved technical expertise in Flight Operations. This educational background supports his extensive experience in the aviation sector.
Background in the U.S. Coast Guard
Tom Hager served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1979 to 1983 as a Search and Rescue (SAR) Aircrewman and Flight Mechanic. His service included assignments in Houston, Texas, Port Angeles, Washington, and Astoria, Oregon. This experience provided him with foundational skills in aviation operations and emergency response.
Career at Rockwell Collins
From 2014 to 2016, Tom Hager worked as a Senior International Operations Coordinator at Rockwell Collins in the Houston, Texas area. In this role, he coordinated international operations, further enhancing his expertise in aviation logistics and operational management.