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Raf Waddington

Joint Air Ground Integration collective training specialist delivering in house and distributed LVC training to multinational military organisations.

Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for delivering Inzpire’s Mission Training Devices software, products and services to customers and business partners including:* Co-ordination with Mission Training Devices Lead Engineer to ensure all Mission Training Devices activities are appropriately resourced.* Support to Mission Training Devices Business Development activity in the UK and internationally including support to proposal drafting.* Supporting Mission Training Devices Research and Development and trial activity to develop innovative software training solutions.* Line management of Mission Training Devices support personnel.* Deputising for the Head of Mission Training Devices.

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Collective training SME responsible for providing expert training delivery to the MOD during distributed collective synthetic training exercises, across Multiple Domains including UK Divisional, Brigade, Battle Group, Royal Navy Concept Capability, Air and US military. Responsibilities include:* Delivered complex team and collective Multi Domain exercises, including being the lead in developing a bespoke exercise to prepare the Joint Air Ground Integration Centre for operations. Awarded a GOC’s Commendation for this work.* Innovative synthetic scenario design and use of simulation not designed to achieve the customers complex training objectives.* Act as Exercise Director responsible for the planning, briefing, execution and debriefing (After Action Review) of complex synthetic Multi Domain integration exercises.* Train, mentor and coach ISTAR and Joint Fires force elements in the coordination, integration and execution of both Joint Fires and ISTAR assets.* Undertaking the Exercise Management Officer function ensuring the administration of the exercise is managed and liaison with the customer maintained.* Scenario Integration and testing, acting as White force role player in other complex roles when required.

Middle Wallop, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Lead Training, Operating and Flight Safety specialist for Army Unmanned Aerial systems operating worldwide on operations and in training environments. • Senior Army UAS assessor conducting independant flying standards audits on individual pilots, aircraft commanders, sub-units and civilian contractors.• Led and developed the competent to instruct requirements for all UAS instructors.• Designed and built a bespoke ISTAR training facility introducing innovative synthetic training scenarios to train and assure Tactical Parties and UAS crews.• Instrumental in the development of contemporary tactical doctrine and deployment options for Land ISTAR operations. • Developed tactical and mini UAS conversion to role training and associated SOPs in line with contemporary operational tasks.• Ensured all UAS training was deemed Fit for Purpose as part of the DSAT process.• Assisting with trials and development on 5 UAS platforms. Four of which where fast tracked onto operations.

Larkhill, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Senior manager and qualified UAS pilot responsible for the individual, collective training and operational deployment of all British Army Unmanned Air Systems personnel.• Managed training on multiple UAS systems in 4 different countries both mini and tactical including being in charge of the safe conduct of complex live flying activities in line with MAA/CAA policy.• Accountable for providing subject matter expertise on UAS training to the Managing Director which included the redesign of all UAS training within the organisation to improve performance and flight safety.• Managed the delivery of individual and collective employment training to 700 officers and soldiers, acting as the technical advisor rewrote and implemented the issued training directive. • Strategic planning, design, delivery, validation and audit of individual and collective training objectives, regularly providing detailed reports to the Management Board on collective and individual progress which included the assessment and internal validation of workplace induction training. All in accordance with IiP and Equality & Diversity legislation.• Managment of the training, accommodation and facilities that are required for effective training including introducing simulation to enhance development.

Hq Arrc/ Ijc Kabul

Managed an operational team, in a specialist Targeting role within a multi national headquarters, deploying that team overseas, which successfully exceeded operational objectives.• Managed Influence, network and effects activity targeting lists with close co-ordination with internal/external agencies. • Oversaw gathering, review and analysis of sensitive information critical to operational planning.• Provided the team with up to date operational objectives within a highly dynamic environment.• Directed collection in conjunction with senior management from multiple departments.• Assessed daily activities and processes created and presented weekly reports with recommendations to senior executives.

Royal Artillery

Responsibility for the management, administration, discipline and welfare of a team of 114 personnel.• Planned, organized and managed a team of 114 personnel in the area of operations.• Directed manpower and resources to specific tasks within tight timescales and budgets in multiple operational theatres of operation.• Assessed individual performance and conducted interviews as well as write annual and bi-annual performance reports. Conducted rolling reviews on group efficiency and quality.• Coordinated the booking of resources such as training areas, classrooms, equipment, personnel and transport. Coordination with the facilities management Company as well as conducting all aspects of health and Safety.• Improved retention in the company by focusing on training, team building and promotion programmes.

Royal School Of Artillery

Conducted lessons in the classroom, practical exercises and carried out tests and assessments. Advised Industry and other stakeholders within the organisation on technical issues and how to improve performance on Joint Fires and ISTAR.• Change management to improve budgets, increased profits and improve morale.• Trained individuals in specific skills within timeframes and budgets to deploy on operations.• Evaluated training programmes for staff.• Delivered new training solutions that met the needs of the business and the customer.• Advised key stakeholders on the application, improvement and technical aspect of UK Joint Fires and ISTAR equipment• Project managed a complex wireless network of ISTAR sensors which improved capability in locating and warning of indirect fire weapons.• Worked with Euro-art to brief high level officials in UAE which assisted them gaining a multi million pound contract.

Royal Artillery

The management of a 50 bedroom living quarters including the grounds and recreational facilities.• Planned, organized and supervised a team of 30 personnel in the area of facilities management• Assessed individual performance and conducted interviews as well as write annual and bi-annual performance reports. Conducted rolling reviews on group efficiency and quality.• The recruitment and training of in-house staff and the maintenance of service standards• The security and maintenance of all high value regimental assets on site.• Monitored and proved compliance with all health and safety legislation and ensured the security aspects of high profile individuals were met.• Planned and managed the smooth and discreet delivery of food and cleaning services by establishing good relationships with all agencies, civilian and military.• Event managed a number of high quality functions including an outside event with 640 guests.

Royal Artillery

The administration, co-ordination, safety and welfare of a team of 12 people and 3 armoured vehicles in a diverse range of conditions and circumstances.• Supervised and accounted for equipment worth in the sum of £6 million.• Ensured the team and individual morale and the will to succeed with the company policy was maintained in very testing and highly pressurized situations.• Scheduled and supervised the maintenance of vehicles on charge and controlled their documentation to ensure maximum availability / performance at all times.• Delivered competency training regularly on vehicle platforms to maintain high team capability.

Global

Various Joint Fires roles within the British Army