Russ Mellor

Russ Mellor is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in quality management and operations within the aviation sector. Currently serving as the Director of Quality at Vertical Aerospace, Russ also co-founded and functions as the Chief Operating Officer at SHORTt CONSULTING. Previous roles include Vice President of Quality Systems and Regulations at Safran, and various leadership positions at GE Aviation, where responsibilities encompassed quality performance management and process improvement. Russ's career also features key positions at Airbus, including Head of Quality, where significant cost savings and operational enhancements were achieved. With advanced degrees in Management and Biochemistry, along with a Credential of Readiness from Harvard Business School Online, Russ demonstrates a strong foundation in analytics and strategic management.