Jeff Derf

Jeff Derf currently serves as Engineering Manager at AAR, overseeing a diverse team of engineers to maintain and enhance aircraft fleets globally. Previously, roles included Principal System Certification Engineer at GE Aviation, where leadership was provided for the C919 program, and Systems Certification Engineer at Jetaire Group, focusing on fire detection systems for commercial aircraft. At Gulfstream Aerospace, Jeff held multiple director-level positions, managing electrical and avionics systems as well as various engineering departments, with a significant budget and staff oversight. Education includes a Master of Science in Business Administration from the Florida Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Technology from Indiana State University.