I am enjoying my early retirement splitting my time between the UK and New Zealand.

Started as the Software Technical Manager for Legacy Trent Engine Control software then moved into Electronics design holding various roles from Lead Engineer to Technical Manager and Chief Electronics Engineer before leaving in 2019 to enjoy early retirement. Was lucky to work with some very talented people and to spend times working in France, Germany and America. Although the Company name changed many times, including Lucas, TRW, Goodrich, AEC and eventually Rolls-Royce Engine Control Systems, I had continuity of service designing, developing and supporting aerospace electronics for Rolls-Royce and Airbus.

Started as a sponsored student apprentice in 1982. Worked as an aerospace electronics and software engineer, spending periods of time working in India, Canada and the USA. Had fun times, especially as a student apprentice and was very lucky to work with a small group of talented and dedicated people at Smiths who made work enjoyable.