Greg Ford
About Greg Ford
Greg Ford is a Senior Cost Analyst at Forrest Machining LLC, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in aerospace cost accounting and contracts management, having held various positions in the industry for over three decades.
Work at FMI
Greg Ford has served as a Senior Cost Analyst at Forrest Machining LLC since 2018. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in aerospace cost accounting to lead cost analysis and manage contracts effectively. His tenure at FMI spans six years, during which he has contributed to the company's financial strategies and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Aerospace
Prior to his current position, Greg Ford worked at GKN Aerospace as a Lead Contracts Administrator from 2014 to 2016 in Burbank, California. He also held the role of Principal Contracts Admin - Contracts Manager at Woodward HRT (formerly HR Textron) for ten years, from 2004 to 2014, in Santa Clarita, CA. Additionally, he spent 21 years as Contracts Manager at Avibank Mfg Inc in North Hollywood, CA, from 1983 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Greg Ford studied at California State University-Northridge, where he completed the Government Contract Administration Program. He also attended Pasadena City College, earning an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Telecommunications Management. His educational background supports his expertise in product costs, supplier management, and market competition within the aerospace industry.
Professional Skills
Greg Ford possesses strong skills in negotiation, analysis, compliance, and market development. He is recognized for his ability to link corporate vision with desired results through the empowerment and development of people, processes, and technology. His leadership, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills contribute to his effectiveness as a team player and motivator.