Meet Our Leadership Team

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Keith Vierela

CEO

Keith Vierela has over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense sector. He is a seasoned executive, having served as COO of a publicly traded Aerospace company, VP of Sales in the Communications and Networking space and oversaw production management and field operations of Defense Aerospace programs.

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Kevin Beaulieu

COO

Kevin Beaulieu served 22 years in the United States Air Force and is experienced in Quality Assurance, Program Management, and Defense Acquisition.  He is a seasoned Aviation Technician with experience in the operation, modification and repair of aircraft and avionics systems.

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Shawn Hitner

CPO

Shawn Hitner has over 22 years of aviation experience. His primary focus has been Avionics Modification, Program Engineering, and Sales. He has led the on-time and on-budget completion of extensive block modifications on a fleet of 28 aircraft for the United States Air Airforce.  He also has extensive experience as a Government Quality Control and Airworthiness Specialist.

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Zachary Payne

General Manager and Vice President

Zach Payne is the Vice President and General Manager leads all aspects of production, logistics, and operations to ensure successful execution and growth to meet the dynamic requirements of its customers.  He has 20 years of experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry having most recently served in progressing roles from Project Management through Senior Program Management at Ball Aerospace.

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Kristen Hitner

VP of Marketing

Kristen Hitner has 23 years of Marketing experience. She has served in a wide range of Marketing roles throughout her career and is adept at creating and accelerating  a company’s brand and marketing strategy.  Kristen brings a unique blend of knowledge in her role as VP of Marketing, including building strong brands, leveraging market insights and creating strategies to strengthen company position.

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Ian Young

VP of Programs

Ian Young served 21 years in the United States Air Force and is experienced in Aircraft Maintenance, Program Management, and Defense Acquisition.  He has experience in the operation, modification and repair of aircraft and avionics systems as well as Program Management and Program Engineering of major Defense Programs.