Rusty Smith

Rusty Smith has extensive experience in operations and quality management within the aerospace industry, currently serving as the New Glenn Manager - Production Engineering at Blue Origin since October 2022. Prior to this, Smith has held key positions such as Senior Manager of Quality at TECT Aerospace and Operations Manager focused on Gulfstream G650 at Triumph Aerostructures. Achievements include significant reductions in quality defects and improvements in manufacturing processes. Previous roles also include Program Manager for Airbus UK, where Smith oversaw comprehensive program management and quality assurance. Educational qualifications include a Master of Business Administration from Lipscomb University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Austin Peay State University, complemented by a certificate in project management from Villanova University.