Meet the Team

Meet our Dedicated Team

Get to Know the Experts Behind Global Aviation Tech LLC

Our team at Global Aviation Tech is composed of skilled professionals dedicated to excellence in aviation. From seasoned engineers to innovative technicians, each member brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure the highest quality of service. Explore the profiles, achievements, and insights of the people who make GATECH a leader in the industry.

Spotlight on Excellence

Each month, we feature a standout team member who exemplifies our commitment to quality and innovation. Learn more about their role, achievements, and contributions to GATECH.

Jerome Cottner

President

Jerome Cottner serves as President for Global Aviation Tech LLC. Jerome brings over 15 years of progressive leadership experience to Global Aviation Tech LLC. An avionics technician by trait Jerome is now responsible for the operational efficiency of the organization and its locations overseeing the following department heads: Sales, Engineering, Maintenance, Avionics, Supply Chain, and Brand Development. Jerome Reports directly to the owner weekly on the operational readiness of the organization. Leading this teams Jerome instills unit cohesion, operating as individual high-performance teams, and delivering first class customer service to all internal and external clients.

As a Marine Corps Veteran Jerome held every qualification as an avionics technician, aerial gunner, Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor, and Recruiter.

Jerome holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics, Master of Science in Leadership, and Master of Business Aviation in Aviation all from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Jerome is also a student pilot in pursuit of his Private Pilots License (PPL).

Jerome Cottner

President
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 122

Hunter Carlisle

Director of Administration
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 200

Woody Cottner

Vice President, Special Programs
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 103

Chris Bradley

Director of Quality
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext.107

Darren Heppler

Director of Supply Chain
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 102

Travis Wells

Director of Marketing
Email
  • (316) 425-0999 ext, 120

Aenoy Khamsysopha

Senior Program Manager
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 119

Gunner DeClue

Maintenance Manager
Email
  • 316-425-0999

Kim Lay

Administrative Assistant/DMG
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 100

Kristyn Vilchis

Program Manager
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 118

Scott Harmon

Chief Inspector
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 106

Seth Van Voorhis

Manufacturing Manager
Email
  • 316-425-0999 Ext. 111

Derek Roy

Avionics Manager
Email
  • 316-425-0999