COMPANY PROFILE
TAT Technologies Group is a Fast Growing & Profitable Leading Provider of Thermal Management Solutions and Power & Actuation Services.
TAT Technologies is a strategic global partner to leading players in the aerospace industry and specializes in innovative commercial, defense, OEM and MRO solutions.
Established in 1969, TAT Technologies provides design, development, manufacturing and maintenance in two main areas:
- Thermal Management Solutions
- Power & Actuation Services
Our experience, flexibility and commitment to meeting our customer’s needs and requirements have positioned us as trusted partner to some of the world’s leading OEMs, airlines, maintenance organizations, air forces and defense organizations.
TAT Technologies is a public traded company, controlled by FIMI Opportunity Funds, a private equity fund.
TAT Technologies Group employs more than 600 employees’ worldwide, spread over Five subsidiaries:
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TAT LIMCO located in Tulsa OK USA, recognized as a world leader in Thermal Management Solutions with a primary focus on the Aerospace Industry.
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TAT PIEDMONT Component Services offers extensive component maintenance and overhaul capabilities to the commercial, regional, corporate, military and general aviation industries.
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TAT Israel provides thermal systems, flow accessories, tailored made cold plates and custom heat exchangers, maskant materials, Turbine and compressors vanes and blades.
The company has been involved in the aviation industry since 1969, serving commercial and military aviation, as well as industrial gas turbine customers to a high standard.
OUR HISTORY
TAT Technologies - founded in Bnei-Brak, Israel.
Operations transferred to Gedera, Israel.
TAT enters the commercial market, starting with the manufacture of pre-coolers for Cessna Aircraft Co.
TAT Technologies acquires Limco Co.
TAT Technologies acquires Piedmont Inc.
TAT is acquired by FIMI Opportunity Funds.
TAT Technologies acquires Turbochrome Ltd.
TAT transitions from four companies operating independently to a Single Global Company.
Celebrating 50 years of partnership and success.
MANAGEMENT
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Mr. Amos Malka
Chairman of the BoardMr. Amos Malka, Chairman of the Board
Chairman of our Board of Directors since 2016, Mr. Malka is also the Founder and Chairman of Nyotron (2008), a cyber-security provider based in Israel and USA. Since 2016 he has served as the Founder and Chairman of Spire Security Solutions Ltd, a security, intelligence and cyber security company. Among his other roles: Chairman and CEO of Logic Industries (2007-15); Chairman of Plasan Sasa (2007-10).
Mr. Malka retired from the IDF in 2002 with the rank of Major General. He served as commander of the IDF Ground Forces Command, and later as Head of the Israeli Defense Intelligence. Mr. Malka holds a B.A. in history from Tel Aviv University (1987), and is a graduate of the IDF Staff & Command College (1980) and it’s National Defense Academy (1987). -
Mr. Igal Zamir
President & CEOMr. Igal Zamir, President & CEO
TAT Technologies Group President and CEO since April 30, 2016, Mr Zamir previously served as President at Mapco Express (2009-13), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delek US Holdings Inc., which owns and operates 370 convenient stores and gas stations in the south-eastern region of the U.S. Prior to Mapco Express (2006-09) he served as CEO of Metrolight, a provider of proprietary energy saving solutions in High Intensity Discharge (HID) lighting systems. Prior to that he served as CEO of Rostam (1998-2004), the world’s largest and leading provider of private label tampons. Mr. Zamir holds a B.S. in industrial engineering from Tel-Aviv University and an MBA from Bar-Ilan University, Israel.
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Mr. Ehud Ben-Yair
Chief Financial OfficerMr. Ehud Ben-Yair, Chief Financial OfficerMr.
TAT Technologies Group’s Chief Financial Officer since May 2018, Mr. Ben- Yair previously served as Chief Financial Officer at SHL Telemedicine, a public company traded on the Swiss stock exchange (SIX- SHLTN) engaged in the digital health market. Between 2012-16 he served as the Chief Financial Officer at Opgal Optronics, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems (NASDAQ – ESLT), developing and manufacturing thermal imaging cameras for military and civilian aerospace markets. Prior to that, Mr. Ben- Yair served as Chief Financial Officer at Orad Hi-Tech Systems for 8 years, a public company traded on the AIM and German stock exchange (OHT), developing, manufacturing proprietary hardware to TV stations and broadcasters. Mr. Ben Yair is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a B.A. in Economics and Accounting from the Ben -Gurion University in Israel.
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Mr. Jason Lewandowski
Chief Operating OfficerMr. Jason Lewandowski, Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Jason Lewandowski was appointed as TAT’s Chief Operations Officer in December 2022. Mr. Lewandowski began his professional career as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy in May of 1997. After 7 years of service on 3 different warships, and US commendations for his role in Operation Enduring Freedom, he left the US Navy and began his career in corporate America within Honeywell’s Aerospace business. From 2005 to 2017, he led varying leadership roles within Honeywell Aerospace’s operations and integrated supply chain teams at over 8 different manufacturing locations. In his final position with Honeywell he was a multi-site Sr. Director of Operations overseeing 2 OEM facilities that manufactured brake pads and airfoils, and 3 R&O facilities that repaired and tested aircraft engines and APU’s.
In 2017 Mr. Lewandowski left Honeywell to help scale operations for North America’s leading transit producer of purpose-built electric buses and batteries, Proterra Inc. Over the next 5 years he served as GM of Proterra’s largest electric bus facility, VP of Supply Chain, and VP of Manufacturing, playing an integral role in helping the company becomes publicly traded.
Mr. Lewandowski holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Marquette University (1997) and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon’s Tepper School of Business (2005).
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Cissy Nix
HR DirectorCissy Nix, HR Director
Cissy joins TAT-Technologies as Group Director, HR. She brings close to 20 years of experience in HR including Leadership and Organizational Development, Talent Acquisition, and Talent Management. In her role as Group Director of HR, she is working with leaders to attract, develop and retain talent.
Prior to TAT, Cissy worked for Proterra Inc. for 11 years in various HR Leadership roles. She was part of a leadership that took the company public in 2021. Cissy has a BS in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina.
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Keren Gal Or
VP of FinanceKeren Gal Or, VP of Finance
Sales Team
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Mr. Lars Hesbjerg
Vice President of SalesMr. Lars Hesbjerg, Vice President of Sales
In his role as Vice President of Sales, he will lead the global teams that support the commercial MRO and commercial & defense OEM customer base worldwide including the various branches of the US and foreign defense agencies. Lars brings 20+ years of extensive global leadership experience within the defense and aviation industry, as well as other industrial markets. He comes to TAT Technologies after a long career at the Donaldson Company where is lead multiple global business in the industrial markets and A&D.
Lars holds a B.A. in International Business, as well as an Executive Management Diploma from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management. He is a native of Denmark, but has resided in the US over the last 28 years. -
Mr. Andre op't Hof
VP of Accounts Management and Sales OperationMr. Andre Op't Hof, VP of Accounts Management and Sales Operation
André joint TAT in October 2020 with over 30 years of prior experience in aerospace after-market. He started as as maintenance technician at Fokker Services where he stayed for 14 years in different roles lastly based in Singapore.
After a 16 year stint at Embraer in Europe, Asia and the United States, he returned to the Netherlands for an assignment with AAR. Andre held responsibilities in customer technical support, supply chain management, business development,
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Mr. Marc Bajaj
Key Account Management’s directorMr. Marc Bajaj, Key Account Management’s director
Marc brings over 20 years of aerospace experience to TAT. Professional roles have included MRO Sales, Aircraft Sales, Maintenance Planning, Quality Assurance, Reliability Analysis and Warranty Administration. Marc has worked with companies such as Bombardier, Hawker Beechcraft, Sikorsky & Embraer. Marc is also trained in Six Sigma, Lean Methodology and extensive Sales training on several notable platforms including Dale Carnegie and Karrass Negotiation Training.
Personally, Marc is a graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University with a BS in Aviation and a Minor in Business. Additionally, Marc is both an A&P Technician as well as an Instrument rated Pilot, with time in Cessna, Piper, Eclipse and Embraer Phenom aircraft.
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Mr. Kyle Olson
Director of MRO sales & Account managementMr. Kyle Olson, Director of MRO sales & Account management
Kyle brings 14 years of aerospace experience at the MRO repairs and assets trading level. His experience ranged from working in developing markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Indian Sub-Continent. He previously served as Country Manager in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a large MRO and was responsible for the entire GCC region while living on location with his family. Kyle brings us his expatriate experiences in addition to a vast knowledge of Airframe and Powerplant. Kyle is a graduate of The University of North Dakota, with a B.A. in International Relations, Foreign Languages, and Commercial Aviation.
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Mr. Mike Majewski
Director of Business DevelopmentMr. Mike Majewski, Director of Business Development
Mike comes to TAT Technologies with over 20yrs experience in Aerospace and Industrial applications working with such companies as GE, Raytheon, Manitowoc and Bollore. Mike brings practical Engineering and Business Development experience in diverse industries including Aviation Ground Support Equipment for the Commercial and Defense Industries, compressed air solutions for Industrial Manufacturing, as well as cable management and rotary joints for the Commercial and Defense Industries. Within his roles, Mike has worked with directly airports, aircraft manufacturers, consulting firms and construction contractors, as well as with various government agencies.
Personally, Mike holds a BS in Biological Sciences from Clemson University and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Carolina.
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Mr. Kerry Krick
Keys Accounts DirectorMr. Kerry Krick, Keys Accounts Director
Kerry Krick, Key Account Director, comes to the TAT Technologies Group with over 30 years of proven abilities, of which 25 years were spent in aviation. His leadership within aviation was developed while working for FEDEX, ATSG, and AMAZON. His background includes International and Domestic business, operations, sales, and years of providing needed solutions while focusing on client-driven satisfaction.
Kerry holds a B.S. Degree in Leadership/Education from the University of Memphis and several C-Level certifications, including Quality Solutions Management, LEAN, and Quality Driven Management. Kerry is known for developing outstanding Partnerships and expanding growth opportunities for Clients. -
Armando A. Montejo
Director of OEM SalesArmando A. Montejo, Director of OEM Sales
In this role, he is responsible for the growth of TAT’s OEM market share within the Military and Commercial aircraft manufacturers. As the sales leader, he establishes long-term strategic relationships and leads the entire sales process on current and future commercial aerospace platforms.
Previously, Armando was the Senior Business Development Manager for Elbit Systems of America OEM solutions segment where he was the business unit lead for OEM partnerships with companies such as Honeywell Aerospace, Raytheon Technologies, Northrop Grumman, L3-Harris, and other major OEM’s.
Armando brings over 28 years of Aerospace & Defense experience. During his time in the Aerospace & Defense industry he’s managed large scale electronic solutions for Navy and Air Force programs worldwide as well as propulsion technology solutions for Northwest Airlines, UPS, Japan Airlines.
Armando has an associate degree from Miami Dade College and is also trained in ISO quality management and technics, EVMS solutions, and has extensive training on business development, sales, capture/winning strategies from notable platforms such as Shipley Associates and Succes Factors leadership courses.
Research and Development
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Mr. Moulay Belhasan
R&D DirectorMr. Moulay Belhasan, R&D Director
Moulay offers more than 25 years of experience in R&D and product development. He has an extensive track record of developing high-performance teams and flawless execution of strategies. His experience ranged from working in the USA, Europe, Africa, Australia, and China.
He worked in different industries such as Aerospace, Power, Oil & Gas, Automotive, Urban Management, and for prestigious companies such as Electricite de France and Valeo Thermal Systems, Air International Thermal Systems, Dresser-Rand, and Siemens.
He led the development of best-in-class A/C systems for automotive OEMs such as Ford, Chrysler, GM, VW, Mercedes, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, and Fisker. He was also a driver for developing innovative products for Dresser-Rand and Siemens, such as the integrated compact separator for sub-see and off-short applications, as well as the high-performance small-size
transonic compressor.
He also led the implementation of the stage gate process in Dresser-Rand and played a key role in the Air International Thermal System expansion and ISO9001 and VW Certifications.
Moulay holds a PhD and Master in Aerospace Aero/Thermal Engineering from Ecole Centrale de Lyon – France and an MBA from the University of Michigan – USA.
He is also certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Villanova University – USA. He is an ISO 9001 Internal Auditor and a certified Program Manager. He is a Member of the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), and ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers).
Operation
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Mr. Robert Powers
Director of Supply ChainMr. Robert Powers, Director of Supply Chain
Bob brings over 35 years of supply chain and plant operations experience to TAT. During his career, he has led several plant manufacturing operations, global supply chains, product development and testing efforts, and sales and marketing in several different industries. His pragmatic leadership and mentorship of management teams have provided agile solutions to complex opportunities.
After his U.S. Navy service, he started his manufacturing path as a plant operations employee, and over the following 35 years, he continued to expand and apply the functional knowledge he gained as he advanced up the corporate ladder in both plant operations and supply chains.