Joe Wlad is an experienced professional in aerospace and defense with a broad background in engineering, certification, and business development. Currently serving as an Integration Specialist at Wisk since June 2024, Joe is involved in certifying Wisk’s Gen6 aircraft. Previously, Joe held various leadership roles including Lieutenant at Civil Air Patrol, Vice President of Business Development at Verocel, and Senior Director of Software Certification at Wind River, overseeing compliance with industry standards and driving strategic growth. Joe's career spans key positions at reputable organizations such as Trimble Navigation and United Airlines, with a strong educational foundation in Aerospace Engineering and an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Santa Clara University.