Mike Begler

Mike Begler is senior vice president of production operations for Gogo Business Aviation. In his current role, he directs teams including new product introduction, manufacturing and test engineering, supply chain, logistics, warehouse, production and repair station operations. He ensures high quality products are delivered at the right time and at the best value to the customer.

Begler has extensive management experience in all facets of domestic and international manufacturing including small, venture capital funded, high tech start-ups (six companies to date) to large corporations with emphasis on the commercial high-tech industries. Prior to coming to Gogo, he worked for Lockheed Martin Space Systems where he was responsible for the manufacturing of all Space Systems satellite electronics.

His breadth of experience includes transitioning new technology into profitable businesses and his blend of commercial and aerospace manufacturing experience gives him a unique ability to apply the appropriate manufacturing tools, processes and people to the needs of the business.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering and completed the Executive Management Strategies and Practices Program at Carnegie Mellon.