Darin DiTommaso

Darin DiTommaso

Vice President, Military Engineering
GE Aviation
BSAAE 1988


"The foundations that a Purdue education brings to an individual is the fundamental basis for the future of the aerospace industry, in terms of the individual themselves but also the advancement of the industry as a whole. Just as important as the technical elements of a Purdue education is the culture of excellence and professionalism this institution instills in its faculty and students.”


Darin DiTommaso has over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. In his current role at GE Aviation, DiTommaso leads Military Engineering and is responsible for the design and development of new and derivative military engine products, as well as support of existing military engine products.

DiTommaso has held numerous roles of increasing responsibility within GE Aviation in positions spanning preliminary design, product development and certification, as well as revenue service operation.

More recently, he has led GE Aviation’s digital engineering team, vehicle health management business and the commercial advanced technology department.

DiTommaso attended Purdue University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. He started at GE Aviation in late 1988 and subsequently received an MBA from Xavier University.

Class of 2020 OAE feature series: Darin DiTommaso