I am a results-oriented Director of Operations with a robust background in technical management, aeronautical engineering, and strategic leadership. With a Master's degree in Production Engineering from ITA and an Executive MBA from FGV, I bring a unique blend of deep technical expertise and high-level business acumen. My career has been dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency, leading large-scale teams, and managing complex projects within the aviation industry, both in corporate and military environments. I thrive on identifying and mitigating risks, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.
Professional Experience
Director of Operations
2024 – PresentHBR AVIATION, Osasco, SP
- Leading operations across planning and maintenance, with responsibility for over 250 employees and a fleet of 100+ aircraft.
- Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, providing strategic insights and operational updates.
- Successfully improved maintenance response times and enhanced key management indicators.
- Spearheaded recruitment of a specialized team tailored to meet precise operational demands.
Senior Leadership Roles (Colonel)
2019 – 2024Brazilian Army, Brasília, DF & Barueri, SP
- As Assistant Chief of Aviation Materials, managed system-wide logistics with an annual budget up to R$ 120 million.
- As Director of a Military Arsenal, led a 25,000m² industrial plant and 500 personnel, nationalizing materials and reducing costs.
- Increased Army Aviation fleet availability and restructured the Remotely Piloted Aerial System (SARP) project.
Engineering & Project Management
1999 – 2018Brazilian Army & Consulting, Taubaté/São José dos Campos, SP
- Progressed from Maintenance Engineering Supervisor to Engineering Manager, reducing costs and increasing system reliability.
- Served as a technical consultant and instructor in project management, applying PMI methodologies and tools like MS-Project.
Education & Credentials
Executive MBA
Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV), 2020
Master's in Production Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA), 2010
Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA), 2002
Bachelor of Military Science
Academia Militar das Agulhas Negras (AMAN), 1994