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Friday, September 13, 2019

Commercial Aerospace Expands and Seeks Greater Energy Efficiencies

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Photo by Josue Isai Ramos Figueroa on Unsplash

Focused on the aerospace and military industries, Ramon Anthony Jadra guided Raloid Corporation for two decades and met the manufacturing needs of companies such as Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin. As a business consultant at JFive, LLC, Ramon Anthony Jadra consults with industry clients on ways of improving business outcomes, processes, and revenue streams.

Among the trends currently driving the global commercial aerospace sector is sustained expansion in passengers, with the commercial aircraft order backlog now at a historical peak. With 14,000 orders in place, nearly 40,000 aircraft are expected to go into commission over the next 20 years. According to Boeing, 42,730 new jets will be required to accommodate passenger traffic increases and to replace future aircraft retirements.

A particular driver of growth is the Asia-Pacific region which represents growing commercial research, production, and design hub. This is underpinned by defense industries that have grown significantly in a climate of elevated geopolitical stress.

Reflecting environmental and cost-saving mandates, one broad industry emphasis is on more fuel-efficient aircraft that drive down total ownership and acquisition costs. With a More-Electric Aircraft platform (MEA) currently being implemented, All-Electric Aircraft (AEA) are on the horizon. Unfortunately, with various safety, efficiency, and power density hurdles still to be surmounted, AEA craft are only expected to reach scaled production in the long term.

About Ramon Anthony Jadra

Ramon Anthony Jadra, a Maryland-based business consultant and strategic operations leader, graduated from the University of Phoenix with a bachelor’s in business administration more than 20 years ago. He subsequently joined Raloid Corporation, a local manufacturer of fabrication, machining, and assemblies for the defense and aerospace industries. For eight years, Ramon Anthony Jadra held various positions in such departments as sales, marketing, and operations, and successfully decreased outsourcing costs while increasing annual revenue for the company.

In 1999, Mr. Jadra took on the role of president/consultant at the Raloid Corporation. In this capacity, he directed the daily operations of the business and implemented new initiatives that helped the business grow to more than $20 million in annual revenue and around 70 employees. He was also responsible for maintaining quality assurance and managing office administration.

Mr. Jadra held this role for a period of 18 years before taking on his current position as a business consultant at JFive, LLC. As a consultant, he continues to work with companies involved in the defense and aerospace industries. However, rather than manufacturing parts for them, he advises them about improving business outcomes, efficiency, and profitability.

Outside of work, Mr. Jadra maintains an active lifestyle. An endurance athlete, he regularly participates in mountain bike races and Ironman competitions.