Published Nov. 16, 2023

In a vibrant corner of the 777X Composite Wing Center (CWC), Nadiya Olusola, a manufacturing operations analyst, has made an impact and connected her cultural background and Cherokee Nation heritage to her daily work.

“My heritage teaches the importance of balance, harmony and responsibility for my actions, emphasizing the well-being of my family, community and the environment,” Nadiya said. “These values guide my approach in assessing standardized work, ensuring that all processes work together cohesively.”

As a member of our Standardized Work Administration Team, Nadiya analyzes work processes, ensuring they are efficient and meet engineering requirements.

Her work contributes to the CWC’s mission to deliver high-quality composite wings for our airplanes.

Nadiya recalls a recent improvement she helped implement within the panel assembly process. She noticed a team member struggling to access tape inside one of the structures. Working together, they improved accessibility by determining the direction of the tape installation should be changed. This one small change in process was added to their work procedure and resulted in a more efficient assembly process and prevented potential delays in production.

Her contributions have increased productivity and have also fostered a sense of unity among team members.

“Nadiya’s leadership style inspires and empowers others,” said Marieka Pernell, manufacturing operations analyst and Nadiya’s teammate. “Her inclusive approach and positive example encourage everyone to contribute their best.”

Nadiya’s journey to the CWC began when she enrolled in a college program to study composites and materials, with aspirations of joining Boeing.

Despite facing personal challenges, including experiencing homelessness, her determination and resilience propelled her forward. After graduating at the top of her class, she joined our company.

“I come from a culture that has a history of overcoming difficult and challenging situations,” Nadiya said. “Drawing upon my principles, I maintained a positive mindset and persevered through setbacks to reach my goals.”

Reflecting on her experiences, Nadiya emphasizes the importance of paving the way for future generations and championing diversity. She shares her story to motivate others, believing it takes every individual to build something remarkable.

Reflecting on her experiences, Nadiya emphasizes the importance of paving the way for future generations and championing diversity. She shares her story to motivate others, believing it takes every individual to build something remarkable.

“It takes all of us to build this plane,” she said.

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