Currently taking a career break / travelling.Previously two years with Naiad Rigid Inflatable Boats, managing the design team as their Design and Systems Manager.Before that - Chief Naval Architect for the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN). Responsible for the engineering leadership and direction of naval architecture across the New Zealand Defence Force. Chartered engineer. Member of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects.Over 24 years in a position of engineering responsibility. Extensive naval engineering policy, ship acquisition (including in service) programme and project management experience. RNZN - civilian staff, 15 years. UK Civil Service, 8 years.