Michael Fella is an experienced leader in the aerospace sector, currently serving as the Director of Depot Operations at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems since September 2021. In this role, Michael oversees a depot team responsible for executing depot processes and facilitates coordination with various departments including manufacturing, purchasing, and program offices. Prior to this position, Michael held roles at Collins Aerospace as an Aftermarket Program Manager and at United Technologies as an Aftermarket GTF EIS Manager. Michael's early career includes six years at NAVAIR as an Aerospace Engineer, specializing as a Structural and Rotor Engineer for the V22 Osprey Fleet Support Team. Michael's educational background includes an MBA from the University of San Diego, a Master's degree in Systems Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School, and a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Virginia Tech.