Ryan Christenson
About Ryan Christenson
Ryan Christenson is a Manufacturing Production Engineering and Planning Supervisor at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, with a strong background in the Defense & Space industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technologies from Penn State University and an MBA in Project Management from Strayer University.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Ryan Christenson has been serving as the Manufacturing Production Engineering and Planning Supervisor at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2020. His role involves overseeing manufacturing processes and engineering planning within the organization. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor and a Manufacturing Process Engineer at the same company, accumulating significant experience in the defense and space sector.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Christenson earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians from Penn State University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Project Management from Strayer University in 2015. His educational background supports his professional focus on project management and enhances his capabilities in engineering roles.
Background
Ryan Christenson has a diverse professional background that includes various engineering and supervisory roles. He began his career as a Sales Associate at Sears in 2010 before transitioning to engineering positions. His experience includes internships and roles at Herley Industries, First Quality Enterprises, and Bradley Lifting Corporation, where he developed skills in process engineering and project management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ryan Christenson has demonstrated effective communication skills and a strong focus on process control and continuous improvement. His expertise in root cause analysis and employee training has contributed to enhanced operational efficiency in the organizations he has worked for, particularly in the defense and space industry.