William Harkness
- Role
- Inclusive Systems Engineering Leader Head of Accessibility Engineering Bca at Boeing
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About William Harkness
As a dynamic leader in systems engineering, workforce development and innovation, I am…
Experience
Inclusive Systems Engineering Leader Head of Accessibility Engineering Bca
Aug 2022 — Present
Experienced Inclusive Systems Engineering Leader and Head of Accessibility Engineering at Boeing Commercial Aircrafts, driving transformative change in aviation. Established the Boeing Accessibility Organization, overseeing strategy, partnerships (internal/external), and championing inclusion and impactful changes within the ecosystem- Collaborated across engineering functions to embed accessibility into products and processes. Fostered strategic partnerships for deep integration. Shaped accessibility strategy, driving innovation and operational improvements- The Boeing Accessibility Organization promoted awareness, education, and advocacy for accessibility. Created a culture of diversity and inclusion, empowering teams. Delivered groundbreaking solutions and enhanced user experiences- Stayed current with industry trends, identifying growth opportunities. Ensured Boeing Commercial Aircrafts led in accessible solutions. A visionary leader passionate about inclusivity, with a proven track record of driving impactful change in aviation and aerospace.
Skills
- Leadership
- Research
- Engineering Management
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Business Strategy
- Integration
- Disability Studies
- Systems Design
- Product Development
- Program Management
- Analysis
- Systems Thinking
- Mobile Communications
- Disability Awareness Training
- Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Cultural Diversity
- Aerospace
- Systems Engineering
- Matlab
- Catia
- Disability Rights
- Mechanical Engineering
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Composites
- User Interface Design
- Diversity Training
- Project Planning
- Six Sigma
- Training
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