Philip Nevenhoven

Philip Nevenhoven has 30 years of experience in the aerospace industry, working as a program manager and quality assurance leader. His work includes supporting executive, commercial, and military aircraft systems. Throughout his career, he has led complex programs, improved production quality, and guided teams to align with industry standards, including AS9100, ISO 9001, and defense compliance requirements. His commitment to craftsmanship and problem-solving began at an early age. Growing up in a small Iowa town, he was drawn to understanding how things were built and how they worked. At 13, he assisted in remodeling a house for a friend’s father, who owned a construction company. During that summer, he completed his first full electrical wiring project, which marked the beginning of his hands-on learning and interest in building. During high school, Philip spent breaks working with a general contractor, gaining practical experience in all stages of residential construction. His skills were noticed by his high school shop teacher, who joined him on job sites during the summer to learn alongside him. After earning a degree in carpentry, he returned to residential construction and then took the union carpentry apprenticeship test in a nearby city. At 19, he passed the exam, becoming the youngest to do so without a formal apprenticeship. His skills took him from residential construction to fine interior trim carpentry. Following a job site injury, he decided to pursue a new path. In 1995, he entered the aerospace industry in Kansas, where he worked on the interiors of custom business jets, marking the beginning of his long career in the field. Utilizing his foundation in craftsmanship, Nevenhoven transitioned into roles in aerospace quality, engineering, and program management. He worked with major aerospace organizations across the U.S., Canada, and France, supporting executive and military aviation programs.