Carlene Chiang

Carlene Chiang is a seasoned professional in program management and engineering with extensive experience in the aerospace industry. Currently serving as Senior Director of Program Management at Elevate Aircraft Seating since May 2025, Carlene previously held the same title at Adient Aerospace and served as Director of Marketing and Strategy at Safran, where responsibilities included driving innovation and ensuring strategic alignment. Carlene's noteworthy tenure at Safran also included acting as VP of Engineering, overseeing multiple global sites, and as Director of Programs for Integrated Interiors, managing collaborative product development for various aircraft programs. Earlier roles include Program Director at Zodiac Aerospace, where leadership revitalized the Bombardier CSeries program, and Director of Program Management at Elite Aviation Products, focusing on process development for integrated programs. Carlene began their career as a Program Manager at C&D Zodiac and gained early experience as an Engineering Liaison at Mattel. Carlene holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from UC Irvine.