KELOWNA, BC, October 17, 2024 – SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. (SKYTRAC), a global leader in aerospace intelligent connectivity and satellite communications (Satcom), has recently announced that Shane Sullivan has been appointed to its executive management team as the Vice President of Operations.
As the Vice President of Operations, Mr. Sullivan’s primary focus is to ensure that SKYTRAC consistently delivers world-class customer service and cutting-edge aircraft communications products that empower customers to complete their missions successfully. Brought on board to drive growth, Mr. Sullivan will help SKYTRAC scale its operations and enhance its capabilities in delivering these critical products and services.
Mr. Sullivan brings over 25 years of distinguished aviation experience to SKYTRAC. As a retired U.S. Navy Commander, he concluded his military career as an F-18F Super Hornet Squadron Commander with 300+ carrier landings and 4000+ flight hours. Following his military service, he led flight operations at ICON Aircraft and held key operational roles in the aerial firefighting industry as Vice President of Operations at Conair Group and General Manager at Aero-Flite Inc.
Mr. Sullivan holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, an EMBA from Washington State University, and a Master’s in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
“Our team is very pleased to announce Mr. Sullivan as our Vice President of Operations, a sign of our continued commitment to excellence,” says Malachi Nordine, President of SKYTRAC. “Mr. Sullivan’s strategic vision and decades of leadership experience in the industry are an incredible asset to SKYTRAC, and we know that his expertise will help us maximize our operational efficiency and better support our customers.”
Mr. Sullivan is excited about tackling the unique challenges that SKYTRAC faces within the dynamic manufacturing environment. With his passion for aviation safety, Mr. Sullivan is eager to play a crucial role in advancing Safety Management Systems for operators and helping SKYTRAC grow and scale.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the talented and driven team here at SKYTRAC,” says Mr. Sullivan. “As a former customer of SKYTRAC, I’m able to bring a unique perspective to our team to enhance our customer service, and I understand the impact of our products on our customers operating in diverse and dynamic environments. I’m committed to supporting our continued delivery of high-quality products and services that enable crucial operations for aircraft operators across the industry.”
For more information on SKYTRAC, please visit www.SKYTRAC.ca.
About SKYTRAC Systems Ltd.
SKYTRAC, an aerospace leader in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications and intelligent connectivity, provides innovative technology solutions to some of the world’s largest organizations. SKYTRAC’s work helps aerial firefighters save our forests, allows search and rescue teams to navigate dangerous environments, provides coast guards and militaries with mission-critical capabilities, and helps empower humanitarian missions worldwide. SKYTRAC’s technologies can be found on fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and uncrewed aerial vehicles and in operational control centers on all seven continents. From custom software and hardware development through to STC generation, SKYTRAC offers OEMs, operators, and systems integrators end-to-end products and services. Today, SKYTRAC serves over 800 customers on over 900 airframes and is a leading provider of satellite, cellular, and mission management services for nearly all aerospace sectors. For more information, please visit www.SKYTRAC.ca.
