Giorgio Chirikian

Giorgio Chirikian, M.S., is a seasoned engineering professional currently serving as Principal Supplier Quality Engineer at Edwards Lifesciences since October 2023. Previously, Giorgio held various roles at Medtronic from January 2017 to August 2023, including Engineering Manager and Quality Engineering Program Manager, where responsibilities included leading a multidisciplinary team in the integration of Companion Medical, remediating its Quality Management System, and effectively managing supplier relationships. Prior experience includes roles in quality engineering and administrative support, contributing to significant cost savings and compliance improvements. Giorgio holds a Master of Science in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola Marymount University.