Mark Samuels
About Mark Samuels
Mark Samuels serves as the Quality Assurance Manager at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, where he focuses on process engineering to enhance manufacturing efficiency. With extensive experience in various engineering roles, he specializes in managing complex projects and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Work at General Atomics
Mark Samuels currently serves as the Quality Assurance Manager at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on ensuring product quality and compliance with industry standards. Prior to this, he worked for 11 years at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Mission Systems as a Quality Engineer from 2011 to 2022. His experience at General Atomics encompasses a strong emphasis on process engineering aimed at improving yields and streamlining manufacturing processes.
Education and Expertise
Mark Samuels holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University, which he attended from 1973 to 1978. He also studied Engineering Management at Santa Clara University for one year from 1984 to 1985. His educational background supports his expertise in manufacturing engineering, including skills in design for manufacture, cost analysis, and supplier improvement. He has a strong focus on breaking down complex projects into manageable tasks to meet customer requirements efficiently.
Background
Mark Samuels has a diverse professional background in engineering and quality assurance. He began his career at Spectra-Physics, where he held various roles including Manufacturing Engineer, Production Supervisor, and Quality Engineer from 1984 to 1989. He later worked at Varian as a Process Engineering Manager from 1989 to 1992, followed by a position as Laser Manufacturing Manager at Zygo Corporation from 1996 to 2007. He also spent three years at CVI Melles Griot as a Manufacturing Engineer and Senior Staff from 2007 to 2010.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mark Samuels has developed a self-sustaining team culture that promotes continuous improvement and adaptability to change. He specializes in identifying root causes of weaknesses in processes and implementing preventative measures to mitigate potential issues. His ability to streamline manufacturing processes and improve yields has been a significant contribution to the organizations he has worked with.