With more than 30 years of experience in the aerospace industry, D’Amico (pictured) brings a range of technical and leadership knowledge to the team. Starting his career as an apprentice sheet metal worker, he has worked across a range of roles – both hands-on and strategic – before progressing into senior leadership positions. Over the past 15 years, he has successfully managed multiple sites and large teams supporting major global civil and defence platforms.
D’Amico was drawn to Norco by the opportunity to broaden his expertise into composites manufacturing and boatbuilding, complementing his background in metallics and aerospace. His diverse experience has shaped a strong understanding of what makes a high-performing manufacturing environment – from effective process control to a culture of continuous improvement that drives both results and personal growth.
In the short term, D’Amico be working with the production team to understand current workflows and improve day-to-day efficiency. Over time, his goal is to drive operational excellence across the business through practical, data-driven improvements tailored to Norco’s unique needs.
D’Amico’s leadership style is grounded in open communication, accountability, and empowerment. He’s a believer in fostering a ‘Just Culture’ – one where people feel safe to speak up, own mistakes, and learn from them. As he puts it:
“When people are treated fairly, they’re more open, more innovative, and more committed. That’s the kind of culture I try to build.”
What excites D’Amico most about operations is solving complex problems and turning chaos into clarity. With a logical and process-driven mindset, he enjoys making things run better, faster, and smoother – and seeing the tangible results that follow.
In March, Norco appointed Max Osmond as additive manufacturing and CNC development as the company continues to expand its footprint in the sector.
