Quality Assurance Manger or Engineer

Anura Jayatilake (Jay), EdD, MS, BSc

***** *** ***** **, **** Creek, WA 98012

Phone: 360-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Strategic Quality Leader with nearly 35 years at Boeing, driving supplier quality, regulatory compliance, and program assurance across global aerospace operations. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams, implementing quality systems, and securing multimillion-dollar contracts through APQP and KPI excellence. Holds advanced degrees and certifications in engineering, quality assurance, and leadership. Core Competencies

Supplier Quality Management & Auditing

Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001/AS9100)

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Regulatory Compliance & Process Improvement

Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma Methodologies

Cross-functional Leadership & Team Development

Key Achievements

Led regulatory audits ensuring 100% compliance with aviation standards across 5+ programs

Reduced supplier defects by 23% through strategic partnerships and QMS integration

Managed supplier quality operations across Southeast USA and Northern Europe

Implemented APQP checklists improving product reliability and customer satisfaction

Developed KPIs that secured future product development contracts

Integrated ISO, FAA, and European standards across Rocketdyne operations Professional Experience

Senior Manager, Regulatory Audits

Boeing Commercial Aviation Division Aug 2020 – Mar 2025

Developed and reported APQP and KPIs to stakeholders, securing future contracts

Created APQP checklists and led technical reviews for product reliability

Led regulatory audits ensuring compliance with aviation standards Supplier Quality Regional Manager

Boeing Commercial Aviation Division Apr 2008 – Aug 2020

Managed supplier quality across Southeast USA and Northern Europe

Supported new business acquisition through Early Program Involvement tools

Integrated QMS across supplier base ensuring regulatory compliance Program Quality Assurance Manager

Boeing Rotorcraft Division Sep 2006 – Apr 2008

Streamlined quality processes for manufacturing and product integration

Led teams in supplier quality, engineering, and corrective action Engineering Scientist Manager

Boeing Aircraft and Missile Division Apr 2005 – Sep 2006

Developed organizational plans and tools for engineering processes

Led Lean-based performance improvement initiatives Quality Assurance Senior Manager

Boeing Rocketdyne Propulsion & Power Apr 2003 – Apr 2005

Managed supplier quality teams and ensured regulatory compliance

Integrated ISO, FAA, and European standards into operations Engineering Scientist Manager, MRB & RCCA

Boeing Aircraft and Missile Division May 1990 – Apr 2003

Tracked performance metrics for customer satisfaction

Developed quality strategies and mentored managers Certifications & Professional Development

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License – FAA

ISO 9000/AS 9100 Lead Auditor – CSU Dominguez Hills

Project Management – Caltech

Lean Manufacturing – University of Tennessee

Manufacturing Engineering – CSU Long Beach

Quality Improvement – UCLA

Education

EdD in Organizational Leadership – Pepperdine University

MS in Quality Assurance – CSU Dominguez Hills

AS in Aeronautical Science – Chaffey College

BS in Mechanical Engineering – University of Peradeniya

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