Donna Mirabella

Senior Director, Engineering Services

About

Energetic and results-driven Senior Engineering Leader with 20+ years in aerospace and automotive industries. I’m passionate about leading diverse teams, improving engineering processes, and driving meaningful change across complex organizations. As Senior Director of Engineering Services at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, I lead a 150+ person organization focused on Configuration Management, Data Rights, Process Governance, Estimating, RAMS, DMSMS and Component Engineering, and IRAD. I thrive on challenges that blend people, process, and technology - helping teams deliver smarter, faster, and better. I believe in building inclusive, high-performing teams, mentoring future leaders, and giving back through STEM and University outreach programs.. Specialties: Executive Leadership • Engineering Process & Configuration Management • Program & Project Management • Digital Transformation • Strategic Planning • Team Development • Problem Solving • Diversity & Inclusion Advocacy

Country

United States

City

San Diego

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Skill

Experience

Senior Director, Engineering Services

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

2009-8 - Present · 17 yrs 2 mos

Poway, CA

Program Management - Ram Truck

FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

2006-9 - 2008-11 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Manufacturing Planning & Program Management Specialist

Daimler Chrysler

2004-5 - 2006-8 · 2 yrs 4 mos

CIE (Chrysler Institute of Engineering) –Management Trainee Program

Daimler Chrysler

2002-4 - 2004-4 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Completed six rotations of four months each: o Quality Engineer – Powertrain & Component Operations o Weld Engineer – Pilot Verification Plant o Contact Engineer – Jefferson North Assembly Plant o Product Engineer – Jeep Powertrain Adaptation o Production Supervisor – Sterling Stamping Plant o Business Planner – Office of Director, Stamping Operations