Strategic Operations & Supply Chain Executive
Resume:
Larry Jackson Strategic Operations Executive
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Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
“Available for new roles”
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Results-driven Supply Chain and Operations Executive with extensive leadership experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry, driving operational excellence across complex manufacturing, procurement, logistics, quality, and distribution organizations. Proven track record leading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives that enhance operational performance, strengthen supply chain resilience, improve customer satisfaction, and support profitable growth. Recognized for aligning business strategy with execution, optimizing end-to-end value streams, and implementing scalable operating models that increase efficiency, productivity, and organizational effectiveness. Expertise spans operational excellence, Lean Six Sigma, regulatory compliance, quality management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement in highly regulated and mission-critical environments. Trusted executive leader skilled in building high-performing teams, developing cultures of accountability and innovation, and leading cross-functional organizations through periods of growth, change, and operational transformation. Combines strategic vision, financial acumen, and data-driven decision-making to improve program execution, elevate business performance, and create long-term value for customers, stakeholders, and shareholders. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aviation Power Support, Operations Executive
Aviation Power Support (APS) is a leading independent aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) organization providing FAA-certified repair, overhaul, exchange, and technical support services for turbine engine components and accessories. The company specializes in advanced component-life extension solutions, proprietary FAA-approved repairs, and airworthiness programs serving commercial and defense aviation operators worldwide. 06/2023 – 09/2026
Durant, Oklahoma,
United States
Executive Leadership Mandate: Led enterprise transformation initiatives that enhanced operational performance, strengthened governance, improved productivity, and enabled sustainable growth.
•Served as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, aligning operational strategy with business objectives to drive performance improvement, organizational effectiveness, and sustainable growth.
•Directed business transformation initiatives that increased productivity by 32% and improved operational efficiency by 12%, enhancing execution, scalability, and overall business performance.
•Led enterprise ERP modernization efforts across multiple business functions, improving operational visibility, process integration, resource planning, and executive decision- making capabilities.
•Implemented performance management systems and executive dashboards that strengthened accountability, improved operational transparency, and accelerated achievement of strategic objectives.
•Advanced operational excellence and continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma leadership, training 50+ employees and reinforcing quality, compliance, risk management, and performance-driven culture.
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G-M ENTERPRISES, A NITREX COMPANY, President
G-M Enterprises, a Nitrex Company, is a global provider of vacuum heat-treating equipment and thermal processing solutions serving aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and advanced manufacturing industries. The company specializes in high-performance vacuum furnace technologies that support critical manufacturing processes and stringent quality standards. 08/2018 – 06/2023
Corona, California,
United States
•Provided executive leadership for a $50M industrial technology enterprise, shaping corporate strategy, accelerating growth, and delivering sustainable business performance across all functional areas.
•Developed a high-performance leadership culture that enhanced organizational agility, talent development, and succession planning while improving execution and accountability across the business.
•Led a company-wide transformation that improved on-time delivery from 67% to 98%, strengthening customer confidence, market competitiveness, and long-term growth potential.
•Enhanced enterprise value through disciplined financial stewardship, strategic investment decisions, and operational excellence initiatives that increased profitability, improved cash flow, and positioned the organization for future expansion. Ducommun Incorporated, General Manager
Ducommun Incorporated is a global aerospace and defense manufacturer providing advanced electronic and structural solutions for commercial aircraft, military, space, and industrial customers. The company specializes in highly engineered products and mission- critical systems that support some of the world's most demanding aerospace and defense programs.
07/2013 – 08/2018
Gardena, California,
United States
•Held full P&L and operational responsibility for a $370M aerospace and defense business, driving growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and execution across manufacturing, supply chain, quality, engineering, and commercial functions.
•Built and developed a high-performing leadership team, strengthening organizational capability, succession planning, and cross-functional alignment to support strategic objectives and long-term business performance.
•Led enterprise transformation initiatives that increased productivity by 22%, enhanced operational scalability, improved execution discipline, and strengthened the organization's ability to meet evolving customer and market demands.
•Improved quality, customer performance, and operational reliability by implementing robust risk management and continuous improvement strategies, reducing defect rates by 67% and reinforcing the company's competitive position. Cadence Aerospace, Vice President Operations
Cadence Aerospace is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer delivering mission- critical components, assemblies, and aftermarket solutions to major OEMs and Tier 1 customers serving commercial aviation and defense markets. 09/2008 – 07/2013
Torrance, California,
United States
•Led operations for a $230M aerospace and defense components business, overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, quality, engineering, and program management.
•Directed a 220-person organization through a seven-member leadership team, driving accountability and operational excellence.
•Led a business turnaround that restored profitability and achieved double-digit EBITDA growth through supply chain and inventory optimization.
•Improved on-time delivery from 68% to 96% through enhanced planning, inventory controls, and operational governance.
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RBC - Sargent Aerospace & Defense, Director of Operations Sargent Aerospace & Defense is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer of specialty fasteners and precision-engineered components supporting commercial aviation, military, marine, and industrial applications. The company serves mission-critical programs requiring high reliability, quality, and performance.
08/2002 – 09/2008
Torrance, California,
United States
•Reduced cost of sales from 79% to 61% within the first year by improving operational controls, optimizing workflows, and driving greater accountability across production and support functions.
•Increased operational efficiency from 56% to 82% through Lean manufacturing practices, process standardization, capacity optimization, and workforce productivity initiatives.
•Expanded gross margins from break-even to an average of 36% by improving manufacturing performance, reducing operational waste, and enhancing overall execution discipline.
•Implemented real-time KPI reporting and performance management processes that improved visibility, accelerated decision-making, and strengthened operational accountability across the organization.
Chromalloy, Business Unit Manager
Chromalloy is a leading aerospace aftermarket services provider specializing in advanced repairs, coatings, and component restoration for commercial aviation, military, and industrial turbine applications. The company supports major aerospace OEMs and operators worldwide through its global MRO and engineering capabilities. 06/1990 – 08/2002
Dallas-Fort Worth
Metroplex
Operations Leadership Mandate: Directed a $28M FAA Part 145 aerospace MRO operation, overseeing overhaul and repair activities for PT6A engine components and gas generator cases while driving operational performance, quality, regulatory compliance, and customer delivery.
•Led end-to-end repair station operations, including production, quality, engineering, supply chain, and customer support, ensuring compliance with FAA and aerospace industry standards.
•Improved operational performance through Lean manufacturing, process discipline, and KPI-driven management, strengthening throughput, turnaround time, quality, and customer satisfaction.
•Directed repair and overhaul programs supporting major aerospace OEMs, commercial aviation operators, and defense customers, ensuring reliable execution of mission-critical work scopes.
•Enhanced operational controls, workforce effectiveness, and production planning to improve delivery performance, increase capacity utilization, and support profitable growth. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration, The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington Texas CERTIFICATES
Part 145 FAA REPAIRMAN LICENSE
Federal Aviation Administration
Credential ID 2708951
Black Belt Certification
The Council for Six Sigma
Certification (CSSC)
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