Wayne Johansen
About Wayne Johansen
Wayne Johansen is a Senior Production Engineering Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Sacramento, California, where he has worked since 2020. He has over a decade of experience in manufacturing engineering, including previous roles at Kratos and C&D Zodiac.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Wayne Johansen has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2012, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as the Senior Production Engineering Manager, a role he has held since 2020 in Sacramento, California. Prior to this position, he worked as the Integrated Product Team Manager - Manufacturing from 2017 to 2020. His initial role at the company was as a Manufacturing Engineer from 2012 to 2017, where he contributed to various manufacturing processes and projects.
Previous Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
Before joining Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Wayne Johansen worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at C&D Zodiac for one year in Santa Maria, California, from 2011 to 2012. This experience provided him with foundational skills in manufacturing processes and engineering principles that he later applied in his roles at Kratos.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Johansen earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Manufacturing Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. His educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in production engineering and manufacturing.
Career Progression
Wayne Johansen's career has demonstrated a clear progression within the field of manufacturing engineering. Starting as a Manufacturing Engineer, he advanced to the role of Integrated Product Team Manager - Manufacturing, and now serves as the Senior Production Engineering Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. His experience spans over a decade in the manufacturing sector, highlighting his commitment to the industry.