Darren T. Engle

About Darren T. Engle

Visionary Executive | Technologist | Growth Strategist | Innovator With 20+ years…

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   Stratos Jets

   Jan 2024 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   Collaborate with C-suite in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy and hiring- Direct corporate operations, oversee the execution of business initiatives, identify capital projects, develop partnerships and convey strategic risks- Analyze market dynamics, monitor market share changes and ensure product performance- Develop comprehensive strategic plans and growth strategies through C-Suite and BOD collaboration- Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning- Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive and that organizational goals are met- Analyze internal operations and identify areas for process enhancement- Implement business strategies and plans that align with the short- and long-term objectives- Oversee operations, HR, and accounting, and partner with CEO in sales management so that sufficient investment capital can be budgeted with the CFO for near-term growth targets- Manage capital investments and expenses aggressively with the CFO to ensure that the company achieves investor targets for growth and profitability- Monitor performance with tracking software and take corrective measures when necessary, and prepare detailed updates and forecasts- Build and maintain trusting relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders- Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and retention- Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations, and take appropriate action when necessary.

Education

• University of Central Florida

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Systems

  1998 — 2001

• University of Central Florida

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, International Business and Finance

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Project Planning
• Simulations
• Cad
• Product Design
• Solidworks
• Continuous Improvement
• Power Generation
• Energy
• Pro Engineer
• Product Development
• Power Plants
• Engineering Management
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis
• Mechanical Engineering
• Management
• Project Engineering