CESAR RIVERA
With an engineering mindset linked to an experienced entrepreneurial background and passion for the aviation industry, Cesar very early in his career, had a unique opportunity to develop a global understanding of the power that is brought in building elite teams, creating trust, generating highly technical state of the art, environmentally conscious solutions to remarkably transform the aviation arena. Cesar Rivera graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Florida International University. His educational background gave him the tools necessary to get one step closer in fulfilling his passion of innovating the aviation industry. Cesar found the ideal catalyst to materialize his vision by launching International Repair Technologies, a company derived from a shared philosophy of listening to the customers’ needs, innovate opportunities, generate unique solutions that will ultimately create value and build trust with an elite array of aviation companies.
Tim Waggoner provides over 30 years of extensive aviation MRO experience beginning in power plant component repair before transitioning to accessories repair to include hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, fuel, landing gear, and APU engine component repairs. Tim began his carrier working production on the maintenance shop floor before transitioning into managerial positions in production, quality control, marketing, and engineering. In engineering he provided design, substantiation, and approval of aircraft component repairs supporting accessories, air frame and landing gear including tooling and test equipment design. Tim brings extensive knowledge and experience to the International Repair Technologies team to provide further value for continued growth and support of our core values.
TIM WAGGONER
JEFFREY SCOTT SMITH
As a globally recognized FAA DER, Jeffrey Scott Smith started his career with a bachelor’s degree from the University Of Minnesota Institute Of Technology with a specialty in Power, Propulsion and Gas Turbine Design. Shortly after IRT's inception Jeffrey became a Member/Partner to the IRT's elite team bringing with him a wealth of fine-tuned entrepreneurial skills combined with 30 years experience in the aviation industry. Throughout his career, Jeffrey has had the opportunity to start, expand, purchase and sell top aviation entities that have made a significant impact in the market. He has also had the exclusive opportunity to be the lead engineer for world-renowned engines and subassembly components such as the Pratt & Whitney JT8D, JT9D, 2035 as well as develop specialized repair and market strategies for all major current APU platforms. As a key partner in the success of International Repair Technologies, he hopes to bring to life his unique well crafter vision to create and implement innovative initiatives that will further secure his goal of maximizing value for the Aviation Industry.
Tom Norman has over 30 years of experience in the electronics display industry. After 5 years in the US Coast Guard as an electronics technician, Tom enrolled at Kent State University for undergraduate studies and received a BSET technical degree at The University of Akron. His broad knowledge and experience includes design, selection and manufacturing of displays, drivers, filters, touch panels, AR/AG cover glass and polarizers, as well as optical bonding, heat seal / hot bar bonding, red and NVIS night-vision backlights, display integration, bright and dark ambient optical characterization, and failure analysis of display subassemblies in end products. Tom's unparalleled experience coupled with his ability to manage and resolve complex avionic display and electronic circuits designs, makes him a leader and role model to the team of engineers within International Repair Technologies fostering company mission, core values and unmatched quality.
TOM NORMAN
