Craig W. Welsh

Craig W. Welsh has extensive experience in the aerospace industry. Craig W. began their career in 1987 with Pratt & Whitney as a Manufacturing Engineering Development. Craig W. then progressed to roles such as Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Lead Engineer in Propulsion System Assembly, and Cell Leader in Propulsion System Assembly. Welsh also served as the Warranty Manager for Americas Sales & Service, where they achieved favorable settlements for warranty and guarantee plan contract disputes. Craig W. then became the Commercial Contracts Manager for Americas and Asia Pacific, negotiating and securing new engine sales contracts and restructuring aftermarket/MRO contracts. Welsh also held the position of General Manager, Asia Pacific Sales & Service, where they were responsible for identifying and capturing business opportunities for Large Commercial Engines products and services. Craig W. served as the Vice President of Regional Sales & Service for IAE International Aero Engines, focusing on strategy development, identifying business opportunities, and expanding market share. Welsh then joined United Technologies, Pratt & Whitney as the Vice President of Sales & Service for Asia Pacific and eventually became the SVP & Chief Commercial Officer, Americas & Asia at Willis Lease Finance Corporation. Overall, Welsh has demonstrated strong leadership and skills in sales, service, contracts management, strategy development, and customer satisfaction.

Craig W. Welsh attended Carnegie Mellon University from 1983 to 1987, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering. Craig W. then continued their education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute from 1987 to 1992, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with a focus on Business Administration and Management, General.