Meet Patrick Shanahan, Spirit AeroSystems CMO — Bio + How to Reach Out

Last updated: 2025-12-13

Who is Patrick Shanahan?

Patrick Shanahan is the President and CEO of Spirit AeroSystems since September 30, 2023. He has a distinguished career spanning military and aerospace sectors, including roles at Boeing and the Department of Defense.

Patrick Shanahan's Work History

Patrick Shanahan has over three decades of experience in aerospace and defense, including senior leadership roles at Boeing and as Deputy Secretary of Defense. He currently leads Spirit AeroSystems, a major manufacturer of aircraft structures.

• 2023-09-30 - President & Chief Executive Officer, Spirit AeroSystems
• 2016 - 2023-09-30 - Senior Vice President, Supply Chain and Operations, The Boeing Company
• 2016 - 2016 - Vice President and General Manager of the 787 Dreamliner, Boeing
• 2016 - 2016 - Vice President and General Manager of Boeing Missile Defense Systems, Boeing
• 2016 - 2016 - Vice President and General Manager of Boeing Rotorcraft Systems, Boeing

Patrick Shanahan's Education

Patrick Shanahan holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Washington, a master's in mechanical engineering from MIT, and an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management.

• University of Washington - Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Master’s in Mechanical Engineering
• MIT Sloan School of Management - MBA

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