Jim Liddle, with a background in aerospace leadership, joined Clemson University
in 2015 following over two decades in the aerospace industry. He held a key
position as division President at a division of Transdigm, a manufacturer of highly
engineered aerospace components.
He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. His
expertise spans leadership, business strategy, operations, purchasing, quality
management, and negotiation. Mr. Liddle played pivotal roles in multiple M&A due
diligence processes and successfully relocated an aviation ignition system business
to South Carolina.
He’s been a member of multiple boards including the Aviation Distributors and
Manufacturers Association and the YMCA of Pickens County, SC. He currently serves
on the Board of Registration and Elections of Pickens County, SC and the Advocacy
and Engagement Board for the Powers College of Business at Clemson University