Embraer has named Felipe Santana Santiago de Lima as its new executive vice president of Finance and Investor Relations, effective April 13. The appointment by the board ensures internal continuity in financial leadership for the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer.
Santana, currently global treasury director, brings 18 years of experience at Embraer. He has held leadership roles in financial operations, treasury, insurance, customer financing, and shared services.
This promotion underscores Embraer’s strategy to leverage proven internal talent amid competitive pressures in commercial aviation and defense sectors. Santana holds a degree in International Relations from Fundação Escola de Comércio Álvares Penteado (FECAP) and a Certified Financial Manager (CFM) credential from Insper.
The move strengthens oversight of treasury and investor relations, critical for funding aircraft programs like the E-Jets E2 and executive jets. It signals stability in financial management as Embraer navigates market recovery and supply chain challenges.