The Leadership in Quality management Award was approved by the Board of Directors in 1990 and in presented to the person or team who through a quality-focused management system approach achieves significant or continuous improvement within an aerospace or defense-related organization. The award has been discontinued.

Award Recipients

1995

  • Shelly Buttrill
    Awarded
    AIAA Citation: For leadership in developing a Total Quality Management culture at Loral Aeronutronic resulting in more efficient processes, lower cost, higher quality products, and cooperative team relations with customers and suppliers

1994

  • Mr. Tim H Wachenfeld
    GE
    Awarded
    AIAA Citation: For leadership in developing a Total Quality Management culture at Loral Aeronutronic resulting in more efficient processes, lower cost, higher quality products, and cooperative team relations with customers and suppliers

1993

  • Mr. William C Bowes
    Northrop Grumman Corporation
    Awarded
    AIAA Citation: In recognition of commitment ot the principles and practices of total quality management and leadership in its successful implementation within the naval aviation community

1991

  • Mr. Harold K McCard
    Textron Defense Systems
    Awarded
    AIAA Citation: For pioneering work in the Total Quality Management process of Textron Defense Systems which has resulted in significant improvements in the quality and reliability of Textron Defense Systems'' products, processes and services