Luca Destefanis is an aerospace buyer at Leonardo Aircraft Division, focusing on engines and power systems for fighter, airlifter, and trainer aircraft. His procurement expertise is built on a strong foundation in Aeronautical Engineering from Politecnico di Torino and previous leadership roles in the technical design and integration of propulsion systems.
His career shows a unique transition from leading engineering design groups responsible for propulsion and fuel systems to a commercial role in procurement, providing him with a holistic view of the aerospace supply chain.
Luca Destefanis
Buyer at Leonardo Aircraft Division
Turin, Piedmont, Italy
Overview
Topics They Care About
Aircraft Propulsion
Previously held roles as Head of Propulsion and Secondary Power System, with technical responsibility for design and on-aircraft integration.
Aerospace Procurement
Currently a Buyer responsible for engines and secondary power system equipment for military aircraft programs.
Aeronautical Engineering
Holds a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Politecnico di Torino and has spent his career in highly technical aerospace roles.
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Work History
4-2017
Buyer at Leonardo Aircraft Division
1-2016 - 3-2017
Head of Propulsion and Secondary Power System at Finmeccanica (Aircraft Division)
2-2014 - 12-2015
Head of Propulsion and Secondary Power System at Finmeccanica (Aircraft Division)
1-2013 - 2-2014
Head of Propulsion and Fuel at Finmeccanica (Aircraft Division)
7-1998 - 11-1998
Grant for Aeronautical engineering graduates at CRF
Education
1991 - 1997
Aeronautical engineering from Politecnico di Torino
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Location : Turin, Piedmont, Italy
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Designation : Buyer at Leonardo Aircraft Division
