Don Surratt
About Don Surratt
Don Surratt is a Quality Assurance Manager at Advanced Integration Technology in Grand Prairie, Texas, with a background in aviation maintenance and manufacturing engineering. He has over 35 years of experience in quality assurance and manufacturing engineering, including a long tenure at Triumph Group Vought.
Work at Advanced Integration Technology
Don Surratt serves as the Quality Assurance Manager at Advanced Integration Technology, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that products meet established standards. He coordinates problem resolution and corrective action plans to enhance both product and process quality. His work involves auditing supplier quality processes to support the organization's goal of achieving zero defects and ensuring timely part delivery.
Education and Expertise
Don Surratt studied Aviation Maintenance at Tarrant County College, where he earned an Associate's degree from 1983 to 1985. He furthered his education at the University of North Texas, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT) with a focus on Manufacturing Engineering from 1985 to 1987. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in quality assurance and manufacturing engineering.
Background in Manufacturing Engineering
Before joining Advanced Integration Technology, Don Surratt worked for Triumph Group Vought for a total of 35 years. His tenure included roles in Manufacturing Engineering and Supplier Development from 1998 to 2022, as well as earlier experience as a Manufacturing Engineer from 1987 to 1998. This extensive background in manufacturing engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective quality assurance management.
Achievements in Quality Assurance
Don Surratt holds Boeing QA MRB authorization, which allows him to perform supplier quality assurance buy-off. His responsibilities include providing technical support to procurement operations to ensure compliance with schedule, build package, and quality requirements. His contributions are aimed at enhancing product quality and maintaining high standards in supplier processes.