David Cruz

David Cruz is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the aerospace and engineering sectors. Currently serving as CEO and President of the Board at MESA - Aircraft Maintenance since August 2020, David previously held the position of Director of Engineering at MCG mind for metal from September 2017 to August 2020. David's notable tenure at OGMA-Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal, SA, spanned a decade, where responsibilities included Head of Maintenance Engineering, President of the Ethics Committee, and Program Manager for Fleet Management Contracts. Additionally, David has contributed to academia as a teacher in "Air Operator Management" and "Applied IT" at Universidade Lusófona. David's background includes engineering roles at TAP Portugal and Delphi Automotive Systems, complemented by advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering and an Executive MBA focusing on Air Transport.