Federico Bima Kronemann

General Manager

  • Bachelor of Logistics - Postgraduate in Supply Chain & Logistics - Professional Certification in Project Management (Google / PMI methodology) - Scrum Master

Federico joined the former Lockheed Martin Aircraft Argentina SA, in 2008, as a buyer. Trained in Logistics and specialized in Supply Chain Management & Operations under APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management) standards. Along his 17 years of experience with the company, he has stood out for his dynamism and result-oriented approach. His commitment to company's objectives and his knowledge of operating processes first led him to become a Logistics and Purchasing manager, and later project himself as an Operations manager, managing FAdeA's manufacturing and engineering processes in High Mix/Low Volume/High complexity environments; among which are worth mentioning special engineering projects, development of strategic substitutions and national suppliers, manufacturing of Pampa III and aerostructures for Embraer KC-390 aircraft, and integration/engineering of IA-100 aircraft.

Juan Vidal

Engineering

  • Aeronautical Mechanical Engineer - Postgraduate Degree in Innovation Management in Science and Technology - Master in Business Administration - International PMP Certification in Project Management - Scrum Master and Product Owner

Juan joined the company in 2009 as a Structural Design Engineer. After his postgraduate degree in management in Brazil in 2012, he oriented his career towards project management, initially as a Systems Engineer and then as head of different FAdeA programs.

In 2019 he took over as Division Chief of Defense and Security Programs, in 2022 he became Deputy Engineering Manager and currently as Engineering Manager, is leading the teams of product engineering, manufacturing engineering, engineering planning and certification and systems engineering.

Jorge Castagneris

Manufacturing

  • Aeronautical Mechanical Engineer

With 41 years of experience in the aeronautical industry, he has worked in the areas of Engineering Support, Manufacturing Planning and Materials, and Strategic Planning. He also served as a manager in the Programs, Civil Aircraft Programs, and Commercial Programs divisions.

Since 2024, he has been in charge of Manufacturing Management.

Roberto Rolli

MRO Commercial

  • Aeronautical Engineer - Technical Representative

Roberto has more than 45 years of experience in aeronautical maintenance management, acting as Maintenance director for Aerolineas Argentinas, Flying America S.A., Aerorutas S.A.T.A., ROTORWAY S.A. and as General Manager for TAR Aerotest Rida SA. From his experience Roberto brings knowledge in commercial maintenance, technical inspection and material and personnel management, managing MRO and Airlines activities. He also worked as Technical Representative on more than 50 aircraft for different companies, airlines and operators around the world.

Roberto joins FAdeA as Manager of Commercial MRO Business Unit and Technical Representative supporting company's production processes.

Iván Videla

MRO Military

  • Aeronautical Mechanical Engineer (IUA) - Aeronautical Technician (ENET No. 7, Eng. Ambrosio L. Taravella)

He excelled in various operational areas focused on all levels of aeronautical maintenance, quality and assurance, airworthiness maintainability, engineering, plant representation, and certification of parts and aircraft for military use during his career in the Argentine Air Force.

In the civil sector, he led projects and served as a Technical Representative in various General Aviation and Transportation companies, in addition to managing certifications, authorizations and licenses, approvals, authorizations, registrations, inspections and evaluations, renewals, declarations, reports, and notifications before the National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) of Argentina and foreign authorities such as DGAC-Chile, DGAC-Ecuador, ANAC-Brazil, and UAEAC-Colombia.

He was a member of the Professional Council of Aeronautical and Space Engineering (CPIAyE) and taught various subjects at Technical Secondary School No. 4 "I Air Brigade" - El Palomar.

His aeronautical career combines technical leadership, national and international project management, and extensive experience in military and commercial airworthiness.

He currently works at FAdeA as Manager of the Military MRO Business Unit and Technical Representative, supporting the factory's production processes.

Oscar Gambone

Administration, Finance and Systems

  • National Public Accountant

Oscar joined FAdeA in July 2018. With an outstanding career in important companies such as Dayco Argentina SA and Clima Ingeniería Ambiental, he brings his knowledge and experience in budget planning, management control, results evaluation and financial management. Oscar is in charge of all the administrative, financial and ICT management of FAdeA, with the objective of accompanying the Business processes with a view to the sustainability of our Company.

Pablo Salort

Commercial

  • Graduate in Business Administration from UBP and Master in International Business Management from ISC Paris.

Independent aeronautical consultant with extensive experience in strategic contract management. Throughout his professional career, he has held positions as a Director in companies dedicated to the marketing of large civil and military aircraft from the Airbus and ATR families, and as a Business Partner for various European airlines, MROs, and cargo handling operators in the Southern Cone.

He is Development Coordinator at the Civil Aeronautical Training Center and founder of the 1st Argentine National Aeronautical Policy Colloquium at the Tres de Febrero National University (UNTREF). He is a founding member of the Corporate Affairs group of the Argentine Council for International Relations (CARI). He was head of the Córdoba Delegation of the Argentine Transportation Safety Board.

He has been recognized by Campus France, the French government education agency, as a France Alumni Ambassador in Argentina.

Since 2024, he has served at FAdeA as CCO - Chief Commercial Officer.

Sebastian Ugarte

Communications and Institutional Relations

  • Bachelor of Institutional Relations

Sebastián joined in May 2016, as Communications and Institutional Relations Manager. Prior to joining the company, he developed extensive experience in the field of Integrated Communications, both in national and international companies and organizations. Through a systemic vision for communications management, together with his team, they conceptualize, plan and implement the different communication strategies and actions, aimed at strengthening institutional ties and openness towards the FAdeA community.

Guillermo Cuello

Human Resource

  • Lawyer – Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration

He began his career in Human Resources at Fiat Auto Argentina in 1985. There, he held various positions in the areas of Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Personnel Administration, among others. In 2003, he became Director of Human Resources, first at Fiat Auto Argentina and later, assuming that responsibility, at the other Fiat Group companies in Argentina.

He was responsible for the insourcing process of Chrysler Argentina to the Fiat Group in Argentina. In 2014, he left the company to dedicate himself to Human Resources consulting. In 2016, he was appointed to FAdeA until March 2020. Since that year, he has served as Human Resources Manager.