Jeremy Clawson
Senior Engineering Manager & Executive Director
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Strategic senior technical leader with a proven track record in driving transformations, program development, and change management. Expert in aligning cross-functional teams with organizational goals to accelerate cultural shifts and deliver measurable results. Adept at executing agile strategies that foster innovation, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement across dynamic business environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Senior Principle Engineering Manager
Collins Aerospace
Charleston, SC
4 2024 - Current
- Driving technological transformation and innovation within the program.
- Develop strategies that leverage advanced technologies, such as automation, IoT, and data analytics, to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
- Put in place micro changes to establish a transformational mindset and foundation for a high-performance product and platform.
- Developing and leading technology rollout strategies that align with industry 4.0 principles, ensuring integration with business goals to drive innovation and operational excellence.
- Collaborating with strategic business unit Directors and cross-functional team to create and present business cases, including ROI analysis, cost-benefit assessment, and risk management strategies for new technology initiatives.
- Aligning product mix technology advancements by identifying and implementing opportunities for automation, smart manufacturing, and advanced analytics to enhance production capabilities and efficiency.
- Planning and Coordinating an Advanced Technology Symposium, bringing together multiple aerospace and defense organizations to drive collaboration and innovation.
- Spearheaded organizational growth by identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
Executive Director
Tidal Shift Inc.
Charleston, SC
11.2023 - Current
- Oversees operations and strategic direction of the organization.
- Works closely with other board members to develop and implement policies, ensure that the non-profit's mission and goals are being achieved, and manage resources effectively.
- Works closely with other organizational and community leaders for future project planning and conservation needs.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with investors, community leaders, and key stakeholders to secure funding, drive strategic partnerships, and enhance organizational visibility and support.
Senior Engineering Program Manager
Boeing Aerospace
Charleston, SC
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Oversaw multiple engineering programs at Boeing SC locations supporting aircraft production such as systems automation, machine alignment, condition-based monitoring, technical project management, and reliability engineering
- Designs and implements a wide array of processes and program/project strategies while establishing operational and tactical goals
- Manages and optimizes department budgets and project expenditures effectively based on department KPIs
- Planned, built, and enhanced multiple engineering groups focused on a digital factory roadmap (Controls/Automation, CBM, Digital Transformation, and Metrology)
- Developed yearly strategy initiatives for each program with alignment to organizational objectives and direction from supporting resource centers
- Utilized digital tools to automate functions and drive 20%+ improvements in efficiency
- Built cross functional teams eliminating failure points and expanded internal capabilities with yearly cost savings and avoidance of over $11M
- Provided financial forecasting / long rang business plans for the Equipment and Reliability Engineering teams on major automated production assets ($500M+).
- Managed budgets up to $10 million, optimizing spending patterns based on transparent financial forecasting models.
Equipment Operations Manager
Boeing Aerospace
Charleston, SC
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Directed business operations for production equipment assets, collaborating with cross-functional internal stakeholders and external contractors to optimize performance.
- Spearheaded engineering and maintenance strategies, ensuring efficient asset management while controlling material and labor costs.
- Led cross-disciplinary project teams to design and implement digital integration initiatives for advanced automation and robotic systems, driving operational efficiency and innovation.
- Drove advancements in material costs, leading to a 15% yearly reduction.
- Provided alignment with contractors to optimize contractual agreements and deliverables.
- Created the CIWP program, utilizing cross-functional teams, to continuously improve and generate innovative solutions for core business processes and system challenges.
Technical Engineering Manager
J.W Aluminum
Goose Creek, SC
04.2015 - 07.2018
- Drove technical engineering initiatives encompassing product and process development
- Drove the automated machine metrics to live digital dashboards
- Served as the primary technical expert for client interactions, contributing to the enhancement of products and the resolution of process defects
- Provided crucial support in creating the program vision and aligning long-term organizational objectives
- A $300M facility expansion project, specifically focusing on filtration processes, machine connectivity research, and chemical testing laboratories
- Established the engineering change management system, facilitating efficient and streamlined change management organizational objectives
- Created platforms for all machine interfaces utilizing process control technologies as well as providing live and dynamic dashboards for multi-level use
- Served as Technical Product Manager for the 3000 and 1000 series product lines, collaborating closely with customers to enhance product performance and remove functional barriers, ensuring alignment with customer needs and optimizing overall capabilities
- Delivered statistical process control tools and program methodology into the corporate metrics down to the machine control centers on the production floor.
Senior Process Engineer
J.W Aluminum
Goose Creek, South Carolina
04.2012 - 04.2015
- Technical leader, driving the development of processes and product enhancements across the organization
- Provided mentorship to engineers in their roles as technical project leaders
- Developed algorithms for multiple continuous improvement projects (Ex
- Cast parameter set ups, Blend optimization, and Annealing cycle advancements)
- Successfully executed multiple designed experiments, identifying critical process inputs and optimizing parameters to achieve production rate improvements of up to 16%
- Developed a comprehensive multi-casting optimization matrix for various machines and equipment setups, resulting in an annual revenue increase exceeding $2 million.
Education
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
University of Toledo
Toledo 08.2004 - 06.2008
M.B.A - Master’s Bus. Admin.
The Citadel
Charleston, SC 01.2023 - Current
PGP - Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Program
University of Texas
Austin, TX 01.2018 - 12.2018
Skills
Technology Integration
Coaching and Mentoring
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Decision-making skills
Training and mentoring
Business Development
Innovation management
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Thinking
Prioritization
Certification
Professional Scrum Master (PSM) Scrum.org
Timeline
Executive Director
Tidal Shift Inc.
11.2023 - Current
M.B.A - Master’s Bus. Admin.
The Citadel
01.2023 - Current
Senior Engineering Program Manager
Boeing Aerospace
01.2020 - 03.2024
Equipment Operations Manager
Boeing Aerospace
08.2018 - 01.2020
PGP - Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Program
University of Texas
01.2018 - 12.2018
Technical Engineering Manager
J.W Aluminum
04.2015 - 07.2018
Senior Process Engineer
J.W Aluminum
04.2012 - 04.2015
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
University of Toledo
08.2004 - 06.2008
Senior Principle Engineering Manager
Collins Aerospace
4 2024 - Current