Ray Serna, MBA, Fmp
About Ray Serna, MBA, Fmp
Ray Serna, MBA, Fmp, is a Science & Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories with over twenty years of experience in strategic program and project management.
Title: Science & Engineering Project Manager
Ray Serna is currently employed as a Science & Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. In this capacity, Ray contributes to the advancement of scientific and engineering projects. Drawing on a comprehensive background that encompasses roles in operations, quality engineering, and risk management, Ray plays a pivotal part in overseeing the successful execution of various projects. Ray’s experience and expertise in this role are vital to the institution’s objectives and missions.
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Ray Serna has been associated with Sandia National Laboratories in various capacities. Before assuming the role of Science & Engineering Project Manager in 2022, Ray was the Operations and Engineering Lead within Infrastructure Operations from 2016 to 2022, and a Quality Engineer for the Quality Management System from 2014 to 2016. These roles at Sandia National Laboratories involved significant contributions to the management and optimization of engineering processes, infrastructure operations, and quality management systems.
Education and Certification
Ray Serna holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from the University of Phoenix School of Business, earned from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, Ray has achieved a LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt certification, underscoring proficiency in process improvement and operational efficiency. This educational background and certification showcase Ray’s commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in management practices.
Background in Project and Risk Management
Ray Serna’s career spans over twenty years, predominantly characterized by strategic program and project management roles. Ray’s early professional trajectory includes positions at Intel Corporation such as Global Strategic and Operations Contingent Workforce Manager, Supply Chain Risk and Controls Program Manager, and Procurement Program Manager. These roles focus on comprehensive risk and controls management, process optimization, and business continuity. Ray’s extensive experience enables a robust approach to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks in varied operational settings.
Expertise in Stakeholder and Quality Management
Throughout Ray Serna’s professional journey, there has been a significant emphasis on stakeholder management and quality assurance. Early roles include serving as Quality Accreditation Manager at Lovelace Health System and Environmental Project Manager at Scientech Incorporated. Moreover, Ray’s tenure at UNC Analytical Services as an Operations Performance Analyst added another layer of expertise in performance evaluation. This combination of skills ensures that Ray adeptly manages customer relations, maintaining a high standard for quality and integrity in business operations.