Elisavet Chatzaki

Experience

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  Hellenic Air Force

  Feb 2008 - Feb 2023

  -Managed the UAS fleet Support, Airworthiness Renewal procedures, Configuration Control and monitored the Modification projects.-Achieved processes improvement and monitored the processes adequacy by establishing and assess KPIs.-Monitored the smooth implementation of operational and maintenance processes, providing guidelines to the technical personnel and communicating with the manufacturers whenever needed. -Performed the root cause analysis and the decsision making in occuring issues.-Monitored the UAS "Heron I" contract implementation. Show less -Chief of quality control office for UAS Pegasus II and Heron I with task to monitor UAV maintenance, airworthiness, engineering and logistic support activities. -Managed the MRO and logistic activities and provided reports with the critical spare parts' usage statistical analysis in order to optimize the maintenace scheduling.-Led successfully maintenance and deployment operations..-Investigator in F-16Block aircraft accidents. - Instructor in training courses and trainer of trainers. Show less -Worked in every single domain of C-27J maintenance support (maintenance workshops commander, check the activities in accordation with the technical publication, monitored the replacement of time cycle items, prepared reports by analyzing the flight data).-Monitored the contract implementation as a Project Manager for base maintenance activities related to restoration of 4 AOG A/C.-Chief of technical education and stardardization (2011-2012). -Committee member for amendment No3 of Main Contract for purchase of 8 C27J. Show less

  • UAS Quality Assurance and Program Manager (UAS CAMO)

    Nov 2021 - Feb 2023

  • Head of UAS Quality Control office

    Nov 2017 - Feb 2023

  • C27J Quality and Maintenance Manager

    Jan 2011 - Oct 2017

  • F-16BLK52+ADV Flight Line Commander

    Feb 2008 - Jan 2011
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  Schunk Xycarb Technology

  Mar 2023 - now

  -Lead a team of professionals (including 3 direct reports and cross-functional project teams) to drive continuous improvement in Machining and Metrology processes through the integration of advanced automation technologies.-Manage a multi-year automation budget, preparing and securing approval for ROIs on new projects to ensure alignment with business goals and financial objectives.-Responsible for the implementation and optimization of automation processes aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting sustainable business growth.-Communicate effectively with senior management, translating complex automation concepts into clear, actionable insights, while ensuring that automation initiatives aligned with the company’s strategic vision and priorities.-Continuously monitor and enhance the reliability of automation solutions in operations, collaborating with the VP of Operations and Engineering Manager to develop automation investment plans, manage budgets, and track the progress of improvement and investment projects. Show less -Managed a portfolio of 14 strategic projects aimed at reducing manual handling and improving product quality across the factory, in alignment with the company’s long-term roadmap.-Accountable for the successful delivery of each project phase, from kickoff through to commissioning and handover to operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. -Led stakeholder management and change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption within operations.-Organized and led discussions with suppliers, evaluating proposed automation solutions and ensuring they met operational needs and quality requirements.-Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, product/process/equipment engineering, IT, and quality assurance, to assess business needs, evaluate automation solutions, and integrate them to streamline production processes and enhance overall performance.-Led the development of comprehensive test plans for each project, guiding the validation of automation solutions through a rigorous testing process to ensure improved quality outcomes prior to full implementation on the factory floor. Show less

  • Automation Manager

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Project Manager

    Mar 2023 - Dec 2023