Paul Mason
About Paul Mason
Paul Mason is a Quality Assurance and Safety Supervisor with extensive experience in aviation safety and quality control. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics and a Master of Science in Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Work at Amentum
Paul Mason has been employed at Amentum as a Quality Assurance and Safety Supervisor since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring safety protocols are adhered to within the organization. His work is based in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he monitors compliance with safety regulations and implements quality control measures.
Education and Expertise
Paul Mason studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics from 2005 to 2008. He continued his education at the same institution, achieving a Master of Science in Management from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he has been studying the Principles of Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) since 2014, further enhancing his expertise in aviation safety.
Background in Quality Assurance
Paul Mason has extensive experience in quality assurance and safety management. Before his current position, he worked at Safran Helicopter Engines as a Quality Engineer and Risk and Safety Management Systems Leader from 2009 to 2017. He also served as a MRO Quality Control Inspector at Safran from 2006 to 2009. His roles involved conducting root cause analysis for non-conformances and monitoring trends in audit discrepancies.
Experience in Aviation and Military
Paul Mason has a diverse background in aviation and military service. He worked at Bell Flight in various capacities, including Field Service Representative from 2017 to 2018 and Front Line Leader from 2018 to 2020. His military career includes 20 years of service in the United States Marine Corps, where he held the rank of Gunnery Sergeant and specialized in Helicopter Airframe Systems.
Safety and Compliance Responsibilities
In his current role and previous positions, Paul Mason has been responsible for monitoring safety on the flight line and in maintenance areas. He reviews safety instructions related to Hazardous Material spills and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) responses. He maintains a liaison with CNATRA (U.S. Navy Oversight) to ensure compliance with safety standards.