Bill Drafts

Bill Drafts has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Bill is currently serving as the President at MtronPTI since November 2022. In their role, they oversee the design and manufacturing of filters, resonators, oscillators, and solutions for aerospace, defense, space, avionics, and commercial requirements.

Prior to MtronPTI, Bill worked at FLIR Systems, where they held various leadership positions. Bill served as the Director of Global Product Management from May 2012 to November 2019, driving market research, sales, R&D, and market communications for multiple product lines generating over $100M in annual sales. Bill also held the position of VP General Manager from January 2010 to April 2012, responsible for full profit and loss of a division that designs, manufactures, sells, and services thermal imagers for the security industry.

Before FLIR Systems, Bill served as the Executive VP of Corporate Operations at ICx Technologies from May 2007 to December 2009. Bill played a key role in implementing an ERP system and transforming the company into a highly integrated and consolidated corporation.

Prior to ICx Technologies, Bill worked at ICx Imaging Systems as the VP of Operations from July 2002 to May 2007. Bill joined the start-up thermal imaging company at an early stage and successfully grew the business from zero sales to $8 million in two years.

Bill also gained experience at TriQuint Semiconductor as the VP General Manager from October 1999 to September 2001. Bill had worldwide profit and loss responsibility for the design and manufacture of SAW chemical sensors and instruments.

Earlier in their career, Bill worked at Sypris Solutions Inc. as the VP General Manager, leading a diverse electronics design and manufacturing business. Bill increased profitability consistently over the years.

Bill started their career as a Design Engineer at Lockheed Martin, where they worked on innovative projects.

Through their extensive experience, Bill has demonstrated strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to drive success in various industries.

Bill Drafts earned their Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the University of Arizona, graduating in 1987. Bill then pursued a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) from the University of Central Florida, completing their degree in 1990. In 1994-1995, they attended the same university to obtain an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA). Apart from formal education, Bill Drafts obtained a certification as a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Florida in October 1993, granted by the Department of Professional Regulation. There is no information available regarding Bill Drafts' education prior to attending the University of Arizona, except for a mention of John Hersey, which lacks details about the degree or field of study.