Jerald Bushon
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Detail-oriented quality and operations professional with extensive experience in aerospace manufacturing, product and quality assurance, and team leadership. Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance, lead cross-functional teams, and support high-quality product delivery in fast-paced, regulated environments.
Methodical quality assurance specialist with a several-year track record of providing exceptional discretion, quality management and performance analysis services. Adept at training new hires and retraining employees and managing the accuracy of all products.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Quality Assurance Specialist
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2024 - Current
- Support Quality Engineers in execution of product and quality assurance systems across aerospace manufacturing programs.
- Participate in design reviews and prepare inspection plans aligned with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and lifecycle surveillance of non-conformances.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation to reduce rework, scrap, and delivery risk.
- Ensure deliverables meet customer, FAA, and government quality requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to support inspection readiness and on-time delivery.
Team Lead
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2018 - 10.2024
- Led and coordinated inspection and quality activities across aerospace manufacturing programs.
- Supported production teams by prioritizing workloads, resolving quality issues, and maintaining schedule adherence.
- Acted as primary liaison between quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
- Reviewed technical documentation and ensured compliance with FAA and internal quality standards.
- Mentored and trained inspectors and technicians to uphold quality and safety requirements.
Aircraft Mechanic / Team Lead
AAR Corporation
Oklahoma City, OK
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Ensured all maintenance activities complied with FAA regulations and internal quality standards.
- Maintained detailed repair, inspection, and compliance documentation.
- Performed maintenance on aircraft systems including engines, hydraulics, electrical, and fuel systems.
- Conducted post-maintenance inspections and functional testing to verify airworthiness.
Die Cutter Machine Operator
Quad Packaging
Omaha, NE
10.2014 - 02.2017
- Operated and maintained die cutting machinery in a production environment.
- Identified process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce material waste.
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
Education
USAF Veteran -
Travis Airforce - CA
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
Omaha, NESkills
- Product & Quality Assurance
- AS9100 / FAA Regulatory Compliance
- ISO 9001 Quality Systems
- Non-Conformance (NCR) Management
- Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA)
- First Article Inspection (FAI)
- Process Surveillance & Audits
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Configuration Management
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Production & Inspection Readiness
- Supplier Quality Oversight
- Technical Documentation & Inspections
- Government & Customer Compliance Requirement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership & Workforce Training
Certification
- Airframe Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety
Timeline
Product Quality Assurance Specialist
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
10.2024 - Current
Team Lead
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
11.2018 - 10.2024
Aircraft Mechanic / Team Lead
AAR Corporation
03.2017 - 11.2018
Die Cutter Machine Operator
Quad Packaging
10.2014 - 02.2017
USAF Veteran -
Travis Airforce - CA
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School