Darek Schiesser started his aviation career in the U.S. Marine Corps as a crew chief on CH-53 helicopters. Since joining ATS as a Flight Controls Mechanic in 1993, he has risen through the airframe maintenance organization from frontline technician to supervisor and maintenance manager. He further expanded his leadership experience through successively challenging roles in Project Management, Program Management, Planning and ultimately Operations leadership. Darek is currently VP, Airframe Programs.