Lessli Cope

Lessli Cope is an accomplished aerospace professional and quality leader with more than 15 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and operational excellence. Currently serving as a Quality Manager, she is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality, overseeing auditing processes, and maintaining compliance with key industry certifications such as AS9100. Her role involves reviewing daily production quality, leading internal audits, and ensuring that every product meets rigorous customer and regulatory expectations. Known for her hands-on approach, Lessli is committed to continuous improvement and consistently seeks opportunities to deepen her technical knowledge to drive better outcomes.

Throughout her career, Lessli has held a range of roles across project management, manufacturing engineering, and industrial performance, including significant tenure with Parker Hannifin and other leading organizations. Her ability to combine technical expertise with problem-solving has led to measurable operational improvements. Notably, during her time working with truck engines, she took the initiative to become a certified diesel mechanic to better understand product challenges, ultimately helping her team dramatically increase production output from dozens to hundreds of units per day. Her leadership philosophy centers on collaboration, training, and empowering her team to continuously refine processes and deliver excellence.

Lessli’s strong academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering and four master’s degrees spanning business administration, engineering, management, project management, and electrical engineering. She is also a certified Master Six Sigma Black Belt and holds certifications in ergonomics, reflecting her deep commitment to quality and efficiency. An active member of professional organizations such as the American Society for Quality and women’s engineering groups, she is passionate about advancing the field and supporting others in their growth. Guided by the influence of mentors like Enrique Olivier and a dedication to lifelong learning, Lessli continues to make a meaningful impact in aerospace and beyond.

• Master Six Sigma Black Belt
• Ergonomics Certification
• Certified Diesel Mechanic

• Southern Methodist University Master in Science & Engineering Management MSEM
• Southern Methodist University Master in Project Management
• Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León BSIE
• Southern Methodist University Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Systems Engineering
• Cornell University
• University of Notre Dame
• Villanova University Master Black Belt

• Valedictorian in College

• Women's Engineering Team
• ASQ (American Society for Quality)
• Project Management Professional Membership

• Animal Shelter Volunteer (Dogs)