Former NetJets Director Russell Coldiron Joins Spirit Aeronautics as Purchasing/Material Control

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Feb. 2, 2015 - PRLog -- Spirit Aeronautics, a trade name of Spirit Avionics, Ltd, based in Columbus, Ohio is proud to announce that Russell Coldiron has joined the company as the Purchasing/Material Control Manager. Mr. Coldiron brings more than three decades of success in aviation purchasing and supply chain management.

“Russ is one of those people who you wait, and hope, for to join your team,” said Tony Bailey, President & COO of Spirit Aeronautics. “He has a proven record of implementing successful material management programs that supported a huge fleet of aircraft with demanding schedules and requirements. His unique ability to systematically find solutions for aircraft operators fits perfectly with our core value of providing customer centric care that builds long-term customer relationships. We are very excited to have Russ on our team and believe our customers will benefit from his experience and dedication.”

Mr. Coldiron has a proven history of success with notable companies like NetJets and Southern Air Transport where he was placed in increasing roles of responsibility eventually becoming the Director of Materials for NetJets. Mr. Coldiron served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Machinist Mate and later became an Aerospace Engineering Technician for the Naval Aviation Depot (NADEP) where he performed Engineering duties as part of Research and Engineering Competency in the Propulsion and Power Department. He holds an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license and numerous service related medals and awards.

About Spirit Aeronautics

Spirit Aeronautics, a trade name of Spirit Avionics, Ltd, located in Columbus, Ohio is a growing industry leader offering worldwide aviation services to corporate, military, private, government and commercial aircraft operators. Spirit Aeronautics is primarily engaged in the refurbishment, design, development, completions, management, engineering, material supply, integration and sustainment of Business, VIP, VVIP, Military and Government aircraft.

For further details please contact: Spirit Aeronautics – Alyson Shook at  +1 614 237 4271 or ashook@spiritaeronautics.com