magniX, a manufacturer of electric aviation propulsion solutions, has appointed Jilinda Crowley as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Crowley brings more than 16 years of international leadership experience in corporate finance roles – including financial controls, cost management, and investor relations, with deep expertise in the financial leadership of engineering businesses.
The new appointment follows the successful first flight of the Eviation Alice, the all-electric commuter aircraft – powered by magniX electric propulsion systems.
"Jilinda brings exceptional industry expertise from both a financial planning and strategic management perspective," said Nuno Taborda, magniX CEO. "Jilinda's results-oriented approach from both large enterprise and dynamic start-up companies will be instrumental to our success as we continue to transform the aviation industry by pioneering electric solutions for the future of flight."
Crowley joins magniX from Electra.aero, where she served as CFO, managing all aspects of the company's financial strategy. Prior to this, Crowley served in various leadership roles over a 14-year tenure at Rolls-Royce, including Senior Vice President, Civil Aerospace Programmes. She has also held senior roles in government and investor relations, overseeing international projects in the UK and Germany.
"I am delighted at the opportunity to join magniX, as the company continues to chart the path for a new era of sustainable travel," said Jilinda Crowley. "Over the past few years, magniX has enabled several aviation industry firsts, and I'm proud to be joining a team driving innovation for a cleaner, greener, more efficient tomorrow. I am excited for what the future of electric aviation holds, and for magniX's role in spearheading transformation."