Randall E. Card

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Sheridan, Arkansas 72150

714-***-****

adytp1@r.postjobfree.com

Experience:

Aerojet Rocketdyne May 2021 to Present

Director Quality & Mission Assurance

Site Quality Leader responsible for establishing the product and process compliance and oversight strategy. Collaborate with Engineering team to implement APQP processes with proper gated measures and active process control plans. Partner with appropriate COE leaders to ensure the disciplined application of system engineering, risk management, quality, and management principles for success in design, development, test, and operational execution. Responsible for driving successful execution of business practices across multiple programs that complies with customer and regulatory requirements. Successfully lead the team to fully recover a significant indirect expense overrun, as well as past due Correction Action activity. Establish a strong partnership with the Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Directorates to improve performance across the site with an emphasis on nonconformance prevention and eradication. Lead the site to a 20% improvement in First Pass Yield associated with customer corrective actions. Build a strong relationship with our on-site customers and drive an environment of open communication. Actively engaged in the Employee Engagement team focusing on building a stronger relationship between the company and the team members.

Safran Passenger Solutions (Zodiac Aerospace) May 2018 to May 2021

Sr. Director Quality – Carson

Member of the Site Executive Team leading the quality organization and assisting with the overall growth strategy of the business including the development of a coordinated Quality Management System and compliance strategy. Responsible for the compliance environment in our Carson, Chihuahua MX, and Hamburg Germany facilities encompassing our aerospace (commercial and military) production and FAA/EASA Repair Station activity. Emphasis on continuous improvement, product yield, and quality resource and activity optimization as well as the development and deployment of an integrated assurance strategy that addresses the Quality Management System, Operations and the associated Ticketed Business Systems activity. Collaborating with other functional leaders to drive the deployment of key initiatives such as phased gate product development, One Safran Quailty (QRQC and APQP – AS9145), One Safran Engineering (focus on Engineering Change Management and first time quality) and Reliability data analytics. Deployed Lean single process flows in multiple work areas reducing the touch labor activity in all cases and improving the yield. Created strategic partnerships with Key Suppliers to improve the overall supply base performance. Successfully reduced the Internal and Customer DPPM by 15% in alignment with customer expectations and internal Key Process Measures. Part of the global Safran integration team focusing on integrated processes for business synergy. Significant global customer interaction creating relationships focused on partnered success. Member of the Executive Mentorship program focused on progressing the teams and talent within the company.

The Boeing Company 1987 to 2018 (Retired – Early Retirement Plan)

Director/Quality Site Leader – Boeing San Antonio Jan 2016 to May 2018

Member of Site Sr. Leadership Team responsible for the vision, strategy, and mission of a large Quality organization supporting Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activity on Heavy Lift and Executive Transport Services (VVIP) aircraft platforms. Held Special Access Program level clearance to support VVIP programs. Provide functional and project leadership across the operations value stream including safety, quality, compliance and supply chain oversight. Develop and maintain AS9100 Quality Management System, FAA Production Certification, and FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station Certification. Establish and maintain repair station approved vendor list including performance management, process oversight, and compliance integration. Integrate with logistics to develop requirement and demand fulfillment strategies from product development, make-buy strategies, and receipt closeout. Responsible for evaluating new contract inputs, defining BOE and support plans integrated into the total cost of the program. Align compliance elements of ticketed business systems and the quality management system to reduce overall cost of compliance across the business. Partner with site Chief Engineer to assure technical requirements are integrated into operations planning. Partner with leaders to implement automated performance metrics with real time data enabling proactive process improvements. Align teams in key support roles reducing support ratios from 19% to 14% resulting in a direct reduction in site rates. Deploy Root Cause and Corrective Action tools resulting in a 55% reduction in backlog of site nonconformances. Implement supplier corrective action process to reduce incoming nonconformance’s and develop enhanced product integrity and compliance requirements to flow to suppliers. Primary customer interface for DCMA, Air Force System Program Office (SPO), and FAA MIDO. Continuously develop and mentor team members to improve overall capability of the organization leading the continuous improvement practices across the site.

Manager - Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance – VAFB 8-2013 to Jan-2016

Responsible for leading a team of quality professionals (Engineers and Inspectors) developing and deploying the overall safety, quality, and mission assurance strategy on the Ground Based Mid-Course Defense Programs. Focus was on product integration, test, and deployment of a missile defense system at two prime locations. Deployed Mission Assurance Assessments internally and across the supply chain to ensure operational readiness. Overall product objective was the exo-atmospheric interception of incoming ballistic missiles. Work directly with prime partner suppliers to design and develop product solutions that meet the warfighter needs based on emerging technology trends. Perform program level Mission Assurance Assessments with supplier. Worked directly with military command staff to assure system and mission readiness of the product to protect against national threats. This included 24/7 system availability, continuous product test and development, and continuous improvement in operational environment. Developed an integrated partnership with the suppliers to improve product throughput and yield through design simplification and process stabilization. Primary Quality interface with DCMA, DOD, and Missile Defense Agency. Additionally managed the overall budget for the organization and deployed across coverage strategy that reduced the cost of overtime by 18%.

Senior Manager Internal Governance and Compliance - BDS Corporate Audit 8-2010 to 8-2013

Responsible establishing an internal governance and audit structure to assure compliance to industry, regulatory, and business systems requirements. Lead employees in the evaluation of business risks and execution of risk based audits, assessments, and investigations to determine business process compliance to internal and external requirements. Our focus is identification of business risk through various inputs and development of an audit plan intended to mitigate the risk in alignment with the COSO Framework. I have successfully executed audits across multiple business functions including Supplier Management, Engineering, Industrial Security, Finance, and Business Management. Using thorough analysis of data and information, I was able to introduce operational cost savings activities exceeding $100K in our organizational travel budget and implement the first flexible engagement model audit on Government Property Operations. I have led focused audits driven to determine the level of compliance to Government, Internal, and Organizational process requirements and providing value added feedback to clients. In addition, I am also responsible for managing employees in the Enterprise Audit development program and BCFP program, providing coaching, guidance and mentoring to individuals seeking to further their career.

Senior Manager Program Quality Engineering 10-2008 to 8-2010.

Oversee and provide strategic direction and integration of the Quality Assurance team consisting of highly skilled Quality professionals supporting the Joint Tactical Radio Systems (JTRS) and Family of Advanced Beyond Line of Site Terminal (FAB-T) Programs. Responsible for integrating program execution activities with functional requirements and operational expectations. Manage the analysis and investigation of product and processes to ensure mission ready capability exists. Perform supplier and internal Mission Assurance assessments emphasizing Early Quality Involvement (APQP) deployment as well as performing DFMEA and PFMEA analysis. Manage supplier activities associated with requirements definition, supplier performance management, and product development. Ensure compliance to Government Earned Value Management requirements. Function as single point contact for quality, interfacing with Senior Level Program Management Office Representatives, Represent the programs at industry trade shows, and develop and maintain relationships with customers, stakeholders, suppliers, and senior executives. Assigned as the Quality Organization Business Continuity focal responsible for identification of risks and developing strategies to mitigate risks.

Director Huntington Beach/Anaheim Site Supplier Quality Engineering 10-2006 to 10-2008

Responsible for people, process and tool design, development, and deployment for 30 plus personnel supporting organizational direct and indirect budgets of $20M. Assigned as site Supplier Quality Director for 9 months awaiting United Launch Alliance employee freeze. Responsible for both Hourly and Salary professionals. Tasked with providing coaching and development for management and non-management personnel. Oversee and provide strategic direction to Supplier Quality teams and manage Master Service Level Agreements with suppliers covering all aspects of the contract from negotiation to termination. Responsible for integrating Quality requirements into supplier purchase contracts, major sub-contracts, and Receiving Inspection database to ensure suppliers perform and execute accordingly. Developed cross-functional plans with Site Supplier Management on projects such as Supplier Performance Improvement Board development, Counterfeit Parts, Lead Free Solder and other strategic initiatives designed to improve product realization at the program level. Partner with Site Supplier Management on process improvement initiatives and ensure domestic and international suppliers are receiving the right requirements and performing to those requirements. Participate on Source Selection Boards.

Regional Supplier Quality Manager 5-2004 to 10-2006

Develop and acquire resources to support supplier quality activities such as product acceptance, requirements definition, supplier Quality Systems and Special Process Qualifications and supplier performance improvement. Responsible for oversight and integration of the Spectrolab facility, addressing quality requirements and compliance associated with Satellite Solar Systems and Hi-Reliability Electronics. Provide technical guidance to quality team members and suppliers on product realization, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management Best Practices, Quality Systems Implementation and Management and operational execution. Developed and managed supplier performance improvement initiatives, implemented new systems and tools, and supported special projects as necessary focused on managing the supply base. Responsible for employee’s world-wide requiring the ability to access, evaluate, and understand in-country and international requirements.

Supplier Quality Representative and Lead 11-1999 to 5-2004

Perform product acceptance, Quality Systems Assessments (Audits) and Special Process Audits at suppliers. Evaluate product and supplier performance to contract requirements and aide the Supplier Management team in ensuring overall supplier compliance. Responsible for both domestic and international suppliers supporting various commercial and military programs and products. Support the GMD program at Orbital Sciences and other suppliers. Experience providing integrated approach to suppliers supporting launch site and delivery center operations. Provided in-country support and performed initial quality system qualification of Alenia-Spazio in Torino (Turin), Italy for the Delta Launch Vehicle program along with product First Article Inspection and qualification.

Missile Final Assembly Inspector 2-1987 to 11-1999

Held various and progressive quality based product inspection positions supporting manufacturing, assembly and test operations on commercial and military programs. This assignment included assignments at launch locations including Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.

Newport Beach Police Department 1992 to Present (Concurrent Employment)

Level 1 Reserve Police Officer (POST Certified)

Over 29 years-experience as a first responder focused on community oriented policing activities. Currently assigned to the Patrol Division as well as the Gang Suppression Unit (GSU) and Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO) teams contributing to the overall success of the Department.

Accomplishments:

Using change management techniques, coaching, and mentoring skills built a cohesive team focused on both individual and organizational growth through an environment of open and honest communication, continuous learning, and opportunity for growth and advancement

Developed leading edge indicators to identify potential risks across the supply chain and internal functions and defined strategies to mitigate risks associated with both supplier product quality and internal quality performance requirements

Planned and executed training initiatives and prepared supporting materials associated with people development, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action, Quality Systems, and Lean concepts

Led complex multidisciplinary projects for investigations, root cause corrective action, and employee involvement projects.

Developed and implementing strategic plans and reporting metrics in order to capture department performance and show progress with multiple process improvement activities that have an impact on the department, program, customer, and company.

Experience developing and implementing strategic plans and reporting metrics that have an impact on the organization, and facilitating forums to capture the requirements of business strategy

High level of proficiency with PC applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Education:

University of Phoenix –Fountain Valley, CA

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, 2002 Graduated with Honors

Certificates and Specialized Training:

ISO/AS Quality Systems Lead Auditor/Assessor; Boeing Quality Management System (BQMS); Process Based Management (PBM); 5-Why and Apollo Root Cause Analysis; Lean Manufacturing (Boeing Black Belt Program); Import/Export; Earned Value Management (EVMS Certification); Boeing LEAD – Advanced Leadership Development Program Graduate

Inactive Security Clearances Available for Re-issue.

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