Ben Tschirhart serves as Senior Vice President and Head of Engineered Solutions at Aersale Corporation, a global leader in aviation aftermarket solutions, including aircraft sales, leasing, and maintenance services. With more than 25 years of experience in the aerospace industry, Ben brings a wealth of expertise in engineering innovation and operational excellence. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Michigan, laying the foundation for his distinguished career focused on advancing aircraft performance and sustainability. Prior to Aersale, Ben held progressive leadership roles at major aerospace firms, including Boeing and GE Aviation, where he directed multidisciplinary teams in the design and certification of complex aircraft modifications and engine overhaul programs. His notable achievements include spearheading a proprietary digital engineering platform that reduced aircraft downtime by 40% for commercial fleets and earning industry recognition for pioneering sustainable retrofit solutions that cut fuel consumption by up to 15%. These accomplishments have positioned him as a trusted expert in regulatory-compliant engineered products. In his current role at Aersale, Ben leads the Engineered Solutions division, overseeing a team of engineers delivering customized solutions such as structural repairs, avionics upgrades, and component life-extension programs for airlines worldwide. Under his guidance, the division has grown revenues by over 50% in recent years, expanded partnerships with OEMs, and introduced AI-driven predictive maintenance tools, reinforcing Aersale’s commitment to innovation and customer value in the competitive aviation aftermarket.