Paul Hirt

Paul joined Signature Aviation in January 2022 and is responsible for implementing continuous improvement and procurement globally. Since 2013, Paul was an operating principal with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and managed improvement projects at Gatwick Airport and several GIP portfolio companies. He is a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

Before joining GIP, Paul was the Americas President for Exide Technologies, a global producer of lead-acid batteries. He was also CEO of Sigma Electric, a manufacturer of components for the electrical and utility markets. In addition, Paul spent 26 years at General Electric in a variety of executive positions, including GM of GE Silicones Americas Sales and GM for GE Plastics’ Global Noryl® Resin Business. He holds a Bachelor's of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts.