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Steven Kotso

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Vice President & GM, Commerical Seating & Furniture at Collins Aerospace at Collins Aerospace
📍 Greater Rockford Area, United States

Steven Kotso serves as Vice President & GM of Commercial Seating & Furniture at Collins Aerospace. An experienced aerospace executive, his background includes fuel cell, motor, and generator design, with degrees from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana University.

Outside of his direct technical and operational roles, Steven is a passionate advocate for workplace inclusivity. He is a prominent leader in his companys PRIDE employee resource group, championing support and growth for the community within the organization.

He is leading the team developing a 1-megawatt motor to enable hybrid-electric flight.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Vice President & GM, Commerical Seating & Furniture at Collins Aerospace
Job Level
Senior
Location
Greater Rockford Area, United States
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Priorities

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Electric Propulsion
He previously led this division at Collins Aerospace and consistently posts about advancing hybrid-electric flight technology and developing powerful new electric motors.
Aerospace Sustainability
His public commentary directly links his work in electric systems to the broader industry goals of achieving sustainable flight and reducing aviation's environmental impact.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
Vice President & GM, Commerical Seating & Furniture at Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace
3-2022
Executive Director, Electric Propulsion
Collins Aerospace
11-2017 - 3-2022
Senior Director Of Operations
UTC Aerospace Systems
7-2017 - 11-2017
Director Of Business Development
UTC Aerospace Systems
7-2014 - 7-2017
General Manager
UTC Aerospace Systems
In the press

Media appearances

Sorensen Visits Collins Aerospace in Rockford, Highlights Work to Strengthen Collaboration. Featured in U.S. House of Representatives – Office of Congressman Sorensen
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Education
2006 - 2007
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
2002 - 2003
Master of Science - MS
RPI at Work
1996 - 2000
Bachelor's degree
Purdue University
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