Walter Earl
About Walter Earl
Walter Earl is a professional in Product Development Quality at Joby Aviation, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in composites manufacturing and quality engineering, with a career spanning over three decades in the aerospace and defense industries.
Work at Joby Aviation
Walter Earl has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2020, where he holds the position of Product Development Quality. In this role, he focuses on ensuring quality standards in the development of innovative aerospace products. His work contributes to the company's mission of advancing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft technology.
Education and Expertise
Walter Earl studied Business Administration at the University of Phoenix, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from 1998 to 2001. He also studied Quality at California State University, Dominguez Hills, where he achieved the ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) designation in 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in quality management and manufacturing processes.
Background in Aerospace Manufacturing
Walter Earl has a strong background in composites manufacturing, with significant experience in the aerospace sector. He has worked for major companies such as Boeing, where he spent 18 years in composites manufacturing. His roles have included positions as a Quality Engineering Manager and Director of Quality, where he led quality initiatives and improvements in manufacturing operations.
Professional Experience
Walter Earl has held various positions in quality engineering and operations across multiple organizations. He served as Director of Operations at AAR CORP. from 2012 to 2014 and as a Senior Manager at Zume Inc. from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes contract roles at Aerojet Rocketdyne and Zodiac Aerospace, where he contributed to quality assurance and engineering projects.
Quality Improvement Methodologies
Walter Earl specializes in factory automation and integration, particularly within the aerospace and defense industries. He utilizes Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency. His leadership in continuous improvement solutions has been instrumental in optimizing manufacturing processes.