JENSEN SANDERS
OKLAHOMA CITY,OK
Summary
Strategic Project Manager and Senior Aviation Leader with 17+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams in high-risk, regulated, and mission-critical environments. Proven ability to develop and execute project plans, manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk, and support governance frameworks while driving continuous improvement. Lean Six Sigma certified with working knowledge of Agile methodologies and extensive experience supporting aviation-focused federal programs. Adept at stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and delivering results aligned with organizational mission objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Analyst
US Navy
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored E6-B modification upgrades to identify defects and ensure system reliability.
- Developed maintenance plans and test cases based on functional specifications.
- Documented test results and communicated findings to stakeholders effectively.
- Participated in requirement reviews to enhance understanding of project objectives.
- Assisted in the creation of quality assurance standards and best practices for projects.
- Mentored and coached technicians on QA topics and strategies.
- Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
- Streamlined QA processes for increased efficiency and reduced time spent on redundant tasks.
- Acted as a liaison between the QA team and other departments such as Development, Customer Support, and Product Management, ensuring effective communication throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
- Championed quality assurance initiatives within the organization by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and striving for excellence in all aspects of product development.
- Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Conducted training sessions for junior QA analysts, enhancing their skills and knowledge of industry best practices.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by verifying that products met specifications and functioned as intended before release.
- Collaborated with development teams to identify, track, and resolve software defects in a timely manner.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating QA methodologies to adapt to new challenges.
- Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
- Collaborated with development teams to resolve issues and improve product quality.
- Executed regression tests to validate fixes and enhancements in applications.
Maintenance Director
US Navy
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Managed F/A-18 aviation maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness of equipment and systems.
- Trained personnel on safety protocols and equipment operation standards, improving compliance rates.
- Coordinated cross-functional initiatives to streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends, driving continuous process improvements.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration on maintenance projects.
- Monitored aviation systems and directed preventive maintenance.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of staff performance, offering feedback and opportunities for professional growth within the maintenance department.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Implemented emergency response plans and procedures for aviation-related incidents, ensuring a swift and coordinated approach to minimize impact.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing training and guidance to ensure high-quality workmanship in all tasks performed.
- Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
- Led teams in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs, enhancing system reliability.
- Oversaw inventory management for tools, parts, and supplies to optimize resource allocation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Project Management Concentration
American Military University
Charles Town, WV04-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Microsoft Project (Working Knowledge)
- Agile Methodologies
- Risk Management & Mitigation
- Schedule Development & Control
- Quality Assurance / Quality Control
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis & Metrics Tracking
- Federal / DoD Regulatory Compliance
- Quality assurance
- Quality processes
- Mentoring and training
- Test planning
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Project tracking
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Stakeholder communications
- Advanced problem solving
- Scope management
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt Equivalent / AIRSPEED Certified)
- Active Top Secret / SCI Clearance
- PMP (In Progress)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Assurance Analyst
US Navy
12.2024 - Current
Maintenance Director
US Navy
12.2020 - 12.2023
Associate of Arts - Project Management Concentration
American Military University