Our Team
Leadership Team
Kenneth P. Rusterholz
President and CEO
Ken is a dynamic professional with 35 years of experience in the aerospace industry. His career includes leaderships roles with companies such as B/E Aerospace, Unitech and Textron. As president and CEO he provides direction for our strategic path to operational excellence and a superior customer experience. After receiving a BS in Engineering from the United States Merchant Marine Academy and serving 12 years in the Navy Reserves, he went on to earn his MBA from the University of New Haven. He also holds numerous certificates in executive education, operational excellence and Lean Manufacturing.
Amy Faine, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Vice President of Human Resources
Amy joined TIGHITCO in 2009. As the Vice President of Human Resources, she is responsible for the direction of the Human Resources team, with responsibility for leading the HR strategy and execution within the organization. Amy is a seasoned business professional with over 20 years of in-depth experience. With a diverse background of HR leadership and management, she has worked within a variety of industries including education, public relations, legal and international manufacturing. Amy holds an Associates of Paralegal Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from Western Kentucky University, as well as a Master of Business Administration Degree.
Keith Jones
Vice President Finance
Keith graduated from The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) with a degree in Business Management in 2007 and completed his MBA at Texas A&M University – Commerce. Prior to joining TIGHITCO in 2018, his career included roles at Racetrac, HD Supply, Caraustar, and IBM. He has dedicated his career to Finance with leadership positions in FP&A, operational, and supply chain finance.
Tawne Castorina
Chief Technical Fellow – Aerostructures Division
Tawne joined TIGHITCO, Inc. in July of 2005 as Engineering Manager. He was promoted to the position of Vice President of Engineering in 2009, and then to the position of Vice President and General Manger in 2012. His career includes roles at Indy Honeycomb, Bonded Technology and Lunn Industries. Tawne received his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Connecticut.
AeroStructures Division
Terrence M. Maher
Vice President & General Manager, AeroStructures Division
Terry comes to TIGHITCO with a broad range of experience from Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation where he was Chief Procurement Officer for Commercial Programs and Components. His experience operating procedures, program dynamics, and customer relationships compliments our growth strategies. Terry received his BS in Management from Fairfield University then went on to obtain his MBA and Masters in Management from Albertus Magnus College.
Mark E. Harris
Vice President & General Manager, Charleston
Mark comes to TIGHITCO following a 25-year career in the U.S. Air Force. In his most recent role, he commanded the 437th Maintenance Group at Joint Base Charleston. In that capacity, he led 1,600 people and managed the world’s largest fleet of C-17 aircraft supporting worldwide operations. He brings a wealth of leadership experience with an in-depth background in all aspects of aircraft production, logistics and sustainment having directed flight line and heavy maintenance operations on 14 different airframes. Additionally, he has overseen repair and overhaul processes that included advanced composite and stealth technologies, and directed the complete rebuild of crash damaged fourth generation fighter aircraft. He has served multiple times in the Pentagon, where he was responsible for the oversight of strategic planning and legislative affairs. Mark holds Master’s Degrees in Organizational Management from The George Washington University, Human Resource Management from Webster University and Military Operational Arts and Sciences from Air University.
Overhaul Support Services
Brett Gillespie
Vice President and General Manager
Insulated Products Division
Humberto Santiago
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer MX (Chihuahua and San Luis Potosi, Mexico )
Prior to joining TIGHITCO in 2001, Humberto led or participated in the leadership of three manufacturing startups in Mexico, including two in the aerospace industry with Nadcap and AS9100 certifications. He has over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry and his signature is in the incorporation bylaws of the Mexican Federation of the Aerospace Industry association (FEMIA). At FEMIA, he served as Vice President and Treasurer. Currently Humberto is an active Member of the Board. He has an MBA from Monterrey Tech in Mexico and other degrees from universities in Germany, Canada and Japan. Humberto is also able to speak German, English, Spanish, Japanese and Portuguese.
Chris Radcliffe
Vice-President and General Manager Insulated Products Atlanta, GA
Esther Altamirano
General Manager - San Luis Potosi, MX
Victor Prieto
General Manager – Sheet Metal/Fabrication - Chihuahua, MX