A career built across the full aviation operating ecosystem
I am an aviation aftermarket executive with nearly 26 years of international experience spanning airline operations, aviation asset management, aircraft teardowns, supply chain leadership, component repair management, and strategic growth initiatives.
As Chief Operating Officer of AJW Middle East, I lead operational performance, asset optimization, and business expansion across a multi-million-dollar aviation portfolio. Throughout my career I have built and transformed organizations — from establishing airline materials and logistics departments and teardown operations, to developing the global supplier networks that drive operational resilience and commercial success.
Leadership philosophy: a leader is only as strong as the team around them. I maintain an open-door policy and actively share my knowledge to help individuals and teams grow, succeed, and achieve their goals — prioritizing accountability, transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
My objective is not only to deliver operational excellence, but to build resilient organizations capable of sustaining growth and adapting to an evolving market. Whether establishing a materials function for a start-up airline, leading aircraft teardown programmes, or managing multi-million-dollar aviation assets, my approach stays consistent: simplify complexity, empower teams, and make decisions driven by measurable outcomes.
Roles and measurable impact
Chief Operating Officer
AJW Middle East
I led aircraft asset management, aftermarket operations, and business growth — including technical and document review ahead of aircraft acquisition. I oversaw aviation assets valued at approximately USD 60 million, led ASA-100 and ISO 9001 implementation, negotiated a storage facility within the DWC Freezone, and brought one of the three acquired A320neo airframes back to market.
Director, Teardown & Spare Parts Trading
AJW Middle East
I built a teardown and trading capability from the ground up: developed a supplier and repair-partner ecosystem, managed three Airbus A320neo teardown programmes (USD 1.6M in programme expenditure, excluding aircraft acquisition), processed ~1,200 recovered components through 66 facilities, and established a network of 100 repair vendors and two logistics providers worldwide.
Materials & Logistics Lead
PLAY Airlines
I built the Materials & Logistics function from start-up to support the airline's launch and fleet growth. I directed sourcing for the next-generation Component PBH Agreement (six bidders to one preferred partner via structured RFP), oversaw the Wheels & Brakes PBC Agreement and a guaranteed-access agreement with Safran Nacelles for LEAP-1A engines, and negotiated a fleet-wide exchange and overhaul agreement for emergency slides, life rafts, and reservoir bottles across the 10-aircraft A320/A321neo fleet. I managed ~USD 10M in inventory, built a three-person Material Controller team in Vilnius, and designed the airline's global logistics support network.
Career history
Chief Operating Officer
2026 – Present- Led operational strategy and performance across aircraft asset management, repair, and aftermarket services
- Managed a USD 60M asset portfolio and supported aircraft acquisition due diligence
- Led ASA-100 and ISO 9001 governance and implementation
- Represented AJW Middle East at international aviation conferences, building relationships with airlines, lessors, MROs, OEMs, and trading partners
- Reported to executive leadership on operational performance, asset utilization, and strategic growth initiatives
Director, Teardown & Spare Parts Trading
2025 – 2026- Established the teardown and trading capability during the start-up phase
- Managed three Airbus A320neo teardown programmes (~USD 1.6M)
- Built a network of ~100 repair vendors and directed recovery of ~1,200 components through 66 facilities (~USD 5M in repair value)
- Developed asset recovery and disposition strategies maximizing component value and revenue generation
Manager, Materials & Logistics
2019 – 2025- Built the department from start-up, supporting airline launch and fleet growth
- Managed inventory assets valued at ~USD 10M, including a USD 3.5M Main Base Kit
- Established a global network of OEMs, suppliers, repair providers, and logistics partners
- Supported A320neo/A321neo entry into service and negotiated global supplier agreements
Manager, Technical Stores
2017 – 2019- Led all technical stores and warehouse operations supporting a rapidly expanding airline
- Managed warehouse relocation and facility redesign to improve operational flow
- Maintained ICETRA and EASA compliance; served as Key User during migration from Gannet to AMOS
- Managed training, budgets, workload prioritization, and team performance
Earlier Career
2001 – 2017- Progressed through materials, procurement, logistics, and technical operations roles
- Represented Air Atlanta Icelandic during international heavy maintenance checks, managing critical-path material support
- Built an international network of suppliers, MROs, and leasing companies that continues to support aftermarket and asset management activities today
Where I add value at the executive level
Aviation Supply Chain & Operations Leadership
Strategic leadership across the full aviation supply-chain ecosystem — aligning materials, procurement, logistics, MRO, and inventory with broader business objectives to build efficient, resilient, scalable operating models.
Aircraft Materials, Components & MRO Management
Deep expertise in aircraft materials, components, spare parts, and MRO supply requirements, ensuring readiness supports maintenance schedules, turnaround, and reliable return-to-service performance.
Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management
Sourcing and supplier-management initiatives that improve cost, quality, delivery, and reliability — with strong, long-term relationships across aviation suppliers, MRO providers, and manufacturers.
Inventory Optimization & Supply Chain Resilience
Balancing operational availability against working-capital discipline, and building resilience against supplier disruption, component shortages, geopolitical risk, and AOG situations.
Risk Management, Crisis Response & AOG Operations
Rapid decision-making under pressure — critical-part availability, alternative sourcing, supplier escalation, and logistics coordination to minimize operational downtime.
Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence
Applying data, predictive analytics, automation, and digital supply-chain visibility to reduce cost and cycle time and strengthen decision-making.
How I lead organisations and people
Executive Decision-Making
Disciplined, data-driven judgment across risk, cost, service, asset availability, and business continuity.
Organizational Transformation
Transformation initiatives that strengthen operating models, modernize processes, and sustain productivity gains.
High-Performance Team Leadership
Accountable, collaborative teams built through clear expectations and leadership development.
Change & Crisis Leadership
Decisive leadership through disruption and organizational change, keeping teams focused on execution.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Bringing engineering, MRO, procurement, finance, logistics, and commercial teams into enterprise-wide alignment.
Executive Stakeholder Leadership
Building relationships across CEOs, executive teams, suppliers, and strategic partners to enable faster, better-aligned decisions.
What I'm building toward
I am committed to building high-performing aviation supply-chain and operations organisations that deliver measurable business value, operational resilience, and sustainable growth — leading with accountability, integrity, and strategic discipline.
I am committed to developing people as strongly as processes: capable leaders, empowered teams, clear accountability, and a culture that understands the strategic importance of every contribution.
Above all, I am committed to leaving every organisation stronger, more resilient, more capable, and better positioned to create long-term enterprise value.
Speaking engagements & focus areas
MRO Middle East 2026 — Panel Speaker
TALA 2024 — Guest Speaker
I regularly speak on aviation aftermarket strategy, asset management, supply chain resilience, parts localization, MRO capacity development, and airline logistics strategy.
Open to executive opportunities in aviation supply chain & operations
For opportunities or consulting engagements, reach out directly, or download the full CV below.