In the fall of 2007, Dirkson Charles joined McKechnie Aerospace as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.  A seasoned and effective CFO, Mr. Charles has responsibility for all aspects of financial operations for the multinational organization. Prior to joining McKechnie Aerospace, Mr. Charles held a similar position as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer with K&F Industries, a leading manufacturer of aviation wheels, brakes, fuel tanks and brake control systems that was recently acquired by Meggitt-USA for $1.8 billion. In total, Mr. Charles had seventeen years with K&F Industries, playing an instrumental role in that company’s operational development as well as the successful IPO and subsequent acquisition. In addition, Mr. Charles was with Arthur Andersen and Company during the mid-eighties for 5 years where he supervised audit engagements and acquired expertise in the Securities and Exchange Commission rules and regulations. Mr. Charles holds an undergraduate degree and MBA in finance from Pace University.


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