The MAX Aerostructures leadership team is comprised of highly experienced professionals with many years of experience in the aerospace supply industry.

• Learn More Sean Purcell Executive Vice President & General Manager
  Title: Executive Vice President & General Manager Years of Industry Experience: 14

  Bio: When Sean started his aerospace career as a supply chain associate at Beechcraft (then Hawker Beechcraft) nine years ago, his responsibility was straightforward – support his customer on the production line. That remains Sean’s mantra to this day. Through building relationships, honoring his commitments and maintaining a strong work ethic, Sean is a leader his customers and coworkers can count on. At MAX, the same can be said. With focus on delivering quality parts on time, customers can trust their needs will remain at the forefront. Aerospace is one of Sean’s many passions, albeit distant from spending time with his wife and two young children. Sean is a graduate of Kansas State University and enjoys exercising, playing golf and coaching his kids’ sports teams.

• Learn More Jeff Pauli Director of Business Development
  Title: Director of Business Development Years of Industry Experience: 23

  Bio: With 20 years in the aerospace industry, Jeff truly operates with the interests of his customer in mind. He is transparent in his communication, stands by his commitments and understands what it takes to be a high-performing supplier. While Jeff serves primarily as the leader of MAX’s business development group, he also has extensive understanding of manufacturing operations. Jeff enjoys spending time with his family, being involved with his church and working on projects in his shop.

• Learn More Alan Bernbeck Vice President of Research and Development
  Title: Vice President of Research and Development Years of Industry Experience: 18

  Bio: Having spent most of this career owning and operating a business, Alan understands every facet of an organization and the role each plays in delivering quality parts to the customer. For 11 years before joining MAX, Alan served as owner and head of operations at Paradigm Machine. Having leadership over the operations at MAX as well as serving in an executive leadership role in key decisions of the company, Alan is focused on ensuring the organization is efficient in its approach through technology, service and support. He is a degreed engineer from Wichita State and is a certified pilot.

• Learn More Ryan Hollingsworth Vice President of Research and Development
  Title: Vice President of Research and Development Years of Industry Experience: 18

  Bio: An engineering major from Wichita State University, Ryan owned and operated Paradigm Machine for 11 years before joining forces with MAX in September of 2016. Ryan is tasked with product development, operations and programming responsibilities with MAX along with cellular work center design and lean manufacturing. He also plays an integral role in the strategic vision of the company around equipment and technology.  A native of Wichita, Ryan enjoys time with his family and friends as well as working on projects he has at home.

• Learn More Jarrod Young Vice President of Quality Assurance
  Title: Vice President of Quality Assurance Years of Industry Experience: 32

  Bio: A trusted name in quality assurance for over 29 years, Jarrod has the knowledge and skill-set to address any customer need as well as the unique approach to partner with an operational team to ensure requirements are met and quality is always kept in focus. To achieve that success, Jarrod is constantly soliciting feedback and communicating with the many functional groups within the organization to build quality processes and a continual focus on customer satisfaction. That approach guarantees every group has ownership of the role quality plays within the company. Jarrod has many hobbies outside of MAX, including spending time camping and boating with his wife and four children.

• Learn More Amber Bauer Human Resources Manager
  Title: Human Resources Manager Years of Industry Experience: 12

  With a business administration degree from Wichita State University and over 12 years of human resources experience, eight of which have been directly spent in the aviation industry, Amber serves as our Human Resources Manager at MAX. Her previous experience as Senior Human Resources Manager at Valence Surface Technologies, combined with her vast knowledge of daily HR practices, make Amber a valuable asset to the MAX team. In her current position, she handles all day-to-day personnel functions while also supporting the team in any way she can to directly impact the success of MAX. Outside of work, Amber enjoys spending time with her two children and watching NFL (National Football League) football.

• Learn More Matt Hampton Chief Financial Officer
  Title: Chief Financial Officer Years of Industry Experience: 30

  With an accounting degree from Kansas State University and over 30 years of experience, Matt has a thorough understanding of accounting systems and is passionate about the relentless pursuit of process improvement. His knowledge and positivity aid in his ability to serve as Chief Financial Officer at MAX. In his position, he is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, financial forecasting, policymaking, process review and improvement, and managing the accounting team. More than his love of leading a team, Matt enjoys witnessing his accounting team’s growth and producing actual results. He is heavily involved in his community and works with organizations like the Independent Living Resource Center, Blue Sky Ranch, Faith Community Church, Pathway Church, and Youth Horizons. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and seven children, working out, repairing engines, and participating in outdoor activities.

• Learn More James Kellogg Director of Information Technology
  Title: Director of Information Technology 23

  Having spent the bulk of his Information Technology career in the aerospace industry, James has a vast knowledge of design, implementation, and maintenance of the computer systems used at MAX. Previously the IT Manager at Leading Technology Composites, James’s development expertise is invaluable in automating systems to improve the accuracy and performance of our processes. Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, riding motorcycles, and airbrush painting.

• Learn More Robert Wilson Director of Special Processing & Assembly
  Title: Director of Special Processing & Assembly Years of Industry Experience: 22

  With two decades of aerospace industry experience, certifications in Non-destructive testing (NDT), lead auditing, and Six Sigma expertise, Robert brings vast knowledge to our manufacturing process.  He is responsible for all special processing, which involves NDT and the various steps required for chemical processing, painting and shipment of the finished parts we produce. Prior to working at MAX, Robert gained experience at Valence Surface Technologies and Sonaca Wichita. He enjoys working closely with the other MAX managers in a combined goal to deliver a superior quality product on time. Robert enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.

• Learn More Jeremy Wolf Estimating Manager
  Title: Estimating Manager Years of Industry Experience: 23

  Jeremy’s extensive background in both machining and assembly provides him with a high level of understanding for manufacturing producibility. This knowledge he has gained over the years gives him a unique perspective as he leads MAX’s estimating team. Additionally, his views on the various disciplines in manufacturing is an asset when communicating with customers as they can trust and know Jeremy has looked at each project from all angles. When he’s not at MAX, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his family, friends and watching his youngest son play sports.