Jerry Kezar
About Jerry Kezar
Jerry Kezar serves as the Director of Army Counter-UAS at SRC, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in engineering and management, having worked in various roles at SRC and TRW Automotive over the past two decades.
Work at SRC
Jerry Kezar has been serving as the Director of Army Counter-UAS at SRC since 2019. In this role, he oversees initiatives related to counter-unmanned aerial systems, contributing to the company's strategic objectives in defense technology. Prior to this position, he held the role of Senior Program Manager at SRC from 2015 to 2019, where he managed various projects and programs. Additionally, he worked as a Product Engineering Manager from 2009 to 2015, further solidifying his expertise in engineering and program management within the organization.
Previous Experience at TRW Automotive
Before joining SRC, Jerry Kezar gained extensive experience at TRW Automotive. He served as a Test Engineering Manager for one year in 2007, focusing on product testing and quality assurance. Following this, he held the position of Engineering Manager for nine months in 2008, overseeing engineering operations. He also worked as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager from 2005 to 2007, where he was responsible for manufacturing processes. His tenure at TRW included roles as a New Program Manager and a Product Launch Engineer, contributing to various engineering and product development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Kezar holds a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and management roles.
Career Timeline
Jerry Kezar's career spans over two decades, with significant roles in both SRC and TRW Automotive. He began his professional journey at TRW Automotive as a Process Engineering Co-op from 1998 to 2000. He progressed through various positions, including Product Launch Engineer and New Program Manager, before transitioning to SRC. His experience at SRC includes roles in product engineering and program management, culminating in his current position as Director of Army Counter-UAS.