Shane Eddy

Shane G. Eddy is the President of Pratt & Whitney, a position he has held since March 1, 2022.1 With over 35 years of experience in the aerospace industry, Eddy leads more than 43,000 employees in a business that designs, manufactures, and services aircraft engines and auxiliary power units.2

Career Highlights

Pratt & Whitney Experience::

• President (March 2022 - Present)
• SVP & Chief Operations Officer (December 2019 - March 2022)
• SVP Operations (November 2016 - December 2019)1

Previous Roles::

• Vice President, General Manager, Turboshaft & Turboprop Engines at GE Aviation
• Various leadership positions at Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, including President of Commercial Systems & Services and SVP Operations
• Senior Vice President Customer Support & Services at Bell Helicopter Textron1

Education

• MBA in Finance from Concordia University (1999 - 2001)
• AMT from Canadore College (1982 - 1984)1

Impact and Vision

Under Eddy's leadership, Pratt & Whitney has continued to be a significant player in the aerospace industry. He emphasizes the importance of the company's Connecticut ecosystem, describing it as a "national asset" that would take generations to replicate.3 Eddy has overseen substantial investments in Connecticut, including a billion dollars in factory investments, and plans to continue this commitment.3

Leadership Approach

Eddy focuses on productivity improvements and employee engagement. He believes in working with employees to eliminate waste from their jobs and leveraging automation and analytics to reduce costs.3 His leadership style emphasizes the importance of understanding the challenges faced by workers on the ground.

Shane Eddy's tenure at Pratt & Whitney has been marked by a focus on technological advancement, operational efficiency, and strategic growth in a rapidly evolving aerospace industry.