Kolan Lynch
About Kolan Lynch
Kolan Lynch is a Quality Control Manager at Mesa Airlines, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in financial analysis and extensive experience in quality control and production supervision within the aerospace industry.
Work at Mesa Airlines
Kolan Lynch currently serves as the Quality Control Manager at Mesa Airlines, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. He is based at DFW International Airport. In this role, he is responsible for controlling and improving measures for managing all parts and materials received for use on Mesa Airlines aircraft. His focus on quality control ensures compliance with industry standards and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Tenet Healthcare
Before joining Mesa Airlines, Kolan Lynch worked as a Financial Analyst at Tenet Healthcare from 2014 to 2016 in Dallas, Texas. During his two years at Tenet, he contributed to financial planning and analysis, supporting the organization's financial health and decision-making processes.
Educational Background
Kolan Lynch studied at Colorado Technical University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Project Management from 2009 to 2012. He also attended Redstone College, achieving an Associate of Science in Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance from 2005 to 2007. This educational background supports his expertise in both business management and aviation maintenance.
Experience at Triumph Aerostructures
Kolan Lynch held multiple roles at Triumph Aerostructures - Vought Aircraft Division. He served as a Quality Supervisor from 2016 to 2019 and then as a Production Supervisor from 2019 to 2021. In these positions, he implemented measures to maintain Precision Measuring and Test Equipment (PMTE) and improved tracking for the Shelf Life Program. He facilitated Kaizen events to address program issues, utilizing data analysis to develop effective solutions.
Additional Experience at Lockheed Martin
Kolan Lynch gained valuable experience at Lockheed Martin, where he worked from 2007 to 2012. His time there contributed to his overall expertise in the aviation industry, particularly in quality control and operational management. He developed effective measures to ensure that Inspection personnel, including RII mechanics, were properly trained and qualified for daily operations.