Brian Hayes
About Brian Hayes
Brian Hayes is the Proton Therapy Site Manager at IBA in Seattle, Washington, where he has worked since 2020. He has over a decade of experience in operational management in the aerospace and medical device industries and emphasizes team engagement and continuous improvement.
Work at IBA
Brian Hayes has served as the Proton Therapy Site Manager at IBA since 2020. In this role, he focuses on maximizing team engagement through task-based coaching and feedback meetings every three weeks. His responsibilities include overseeing operational management and ensuring efficient execution of site improvements and system upgrades. He promotes a culture of continuous improvement and compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety policies.
Background in the Marine Corps
Brian Hayes began his professional career in the United States Marine Corps, where he worked as a Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory Technician from 1991 to 1997. This six-year experience provided him with a strong foundation in technical skills and operational management, which he later applied in various roles in the aerospace and medical device industries.
Experience in Aerospace Industry
Hayes has extensive experience in the aerospace sector, particularly during his time at Boeing. He worked as a Test & Evaluation Lab Technician from 2006 to 2012 and later as a Test & Evaluation Engineering Manager from 2012 to 2020. His roles involved leading complex issue resolution teams and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Brian Hayes has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Washington Bothell, where he earned a minor in Human Rights within the Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences program from 2004 to 2006. He also attended North Seattle College, achieving an Associate of Arts degree from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he completed a Certificate Program in Architecture and Systems Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2017.
Customer Support and Policy Experience
Before his current role, Brian Hayes gained experience in customer support and policy. He worked as a Sales & Customer Support Technician at Quality Sewing & Vacuum from 2000 to 2003. He also served as a Policy Intern at the Washington State Senate for two months in 2006, where he contributed to legislative processes and policy development.