He joined Hexcel as its President in November 2009, was named Hexcel’s Chief Operating Officer in May 2012, and assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer in August 2013. Stanage retired as President and Chief Executive Officer in May 2024 and assumed the role of Executive Chairman through November 2024.

Prior to joining Hexcel, Stanage served as President of the Heavy Vehicle Products group at Dana Holding Corporation from December 2005 to October 2009 and as Vice President and General Manager of the Commercial Vehicle Group from August 2005 to December 2004. From 1986 to 2005, he held various roles of increasing responsibility at Honeywell Inc.

Stanage serves on the board of directors of Hexcel Corporation and TriMas Corporation, where he serves as a member of its compensation, corporate governance, and nominating committees.

Stanage received a bachelor of science degree from Western Michigan University and a master’s of business administration from the University of Notre Dame.