Don Ledbetter
About Don Ledbetter
Don Ledbetter serves as the Senior Quality Assurance Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and leadership, having held various positions in the United States Air Force and the Air Force Academy over nearly three decades.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Don Ledbetter has served as the Senior Quality Assurance Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His work is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he has contributed to the company's mission of providing advanced defense and security solutions.
Previous Experience in the United States Air Force
Ledbetter has extensive experience in the United States Air Force, where he held various positions over 17 years. He worked as a Quality Assurance Evaluator from 2002 to 2005 at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. He then transitioned to the role of Director of Operations, Metrology, serving from 2010 to 2012 at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, and again from 2015 to 2019 in New Jersey and Germany. Additionally, he was a Senior Analyst at Peterson Air Force Base from 2012 to 2015 and an Academy Military Training Instructor at the United States Air Force Academy from 2005 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Don Ledbetter holds an Associate's degree in Education and Training Management and another Associate's degree in Electronic System Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in History from American Military University. His educational background supports his expertise in quality assurance, data and trend analysis, and conflict management.
Leadership Experience and Skills
With 29 years of leadership experience, Ledbetter has developed skills in managing complex customer relations and leading teams through root cause analysis and corrective action plans. He advocates for a culture of continuous process improvement and enjoys collaborating in team environments to enhance business processes. His commitment to leadership development and life-long learning is a central aspect of his professional philosophy.