Jay Smith

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Laser Communication and Systems Engineering @ Rivada Space Networks
Jay Smith's Location
Greater Oxford Area, United Kingdom
About Jay Smith

Chartered engineer, lecturer and best-selling published author. I am passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Interests include Knowledge Management, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), information architectures, satellite architectures, innovation and continuous improvement, product development, as well as edTech, configuration management, higher education, learning theory, and professional training & development.

Jay Smith's Current Company Details
Rivada Space Networks

Rivada Space Networks

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Laser Communication and Systems Engineering
Jay Smith Work Experience Details
  • Rivada Space Networks
    Inter-Satellite Link Specialist And System Engineering Processes
    Rivada Space Networks Feb 2024 - Present
    Munich, Bavaria, Germany
    Communications expert for the OuterNET, connecting the entire Earth, land and sea, by using 600 satellites with 2400 laser communiction terminals. Coordinating efforts with subcontractors. Leading the lasers efforts and supporting systems engineering within the Space segment.
  • Mynaric
    Chief Engineering - Design Assurance
    Mynaric Aug 2021 - Feb 2024
    Munich, Bavaria, Germany
    Enabling global connectivity, by industrializing the design and production of optical communication terminals; Led the Design Assurance activities, within the main technical assurance authority in the company. Provided expertise and guidance for the design team in the development and verification process, providing support to all engineering disciplines. Review of design, verification, and test, FMECAs, risk reviews, and failure investigation. Challenged the different groups such as product development, testing, and production. Driving operational processes; created company-wide risk management, change management, and lessons learned processes. Established systems of requirements management, systems architecture definition, standards management, configuration and information management, document/data management, and interface management for the company. Introduced model-based engineering concepts. Developed SharePoint and Confluence sites. Overhauled Quality Management System for ISO9001 and towards AS/EN 9100 compliance. Introduced standards.
  • Archangel Lightworks
    Structural Mechanical Systems Engineer
    Archangel Lightworks Feb 2020 - May 2021
    Oxfordshire
    Leading the Structural Mechanical Systems Design for a space-to-air laser communications system to deliver faster and cheaper Earth observation data to the people that need it. Space lasers. Supported product data management, technical budgets, interfaces, subcontractor selection and design reviews.
  • Rolls-Royce
    Design Functional Lead | Civil Aerospace
    Rolls-Royce Dec 2017 - Feb 2020
    Derby, United Kingdom
    • Coordinating the interdisciplinary team, leading the mechanical design for certain turbine components for the Trent XWB-84EP engine, powering the Airbus A350 XWB aircraft, one of the world's most efficient long-haul civil aircraft engines.• Within the first year, personally awarded Rolls-Royce Innovation Champion 2018, being selected above 147 applicants by the Chief Technology Officer, for my study involving the use of ceramic-metal (cermet) composites in electrical machines.• Took on the role of Design Functional Lead, managing the work products for a team stretched across several countries and departments.
  • Blackpool And The Fylde College
    Programme Leader Of Aerospace Engineering
    Blackpool And The Fylde College Jan 2016 - Dec 2017
    Bispham
    Delivering degrees awarded by Lancaster University in Aerospace Engineering.Leading a team of Aerospace Engineering lecturers and managing stakeholder relationships with employer BAE Systems.• Coordinating the course delivery to Degree Apprentices and full-time students. • Timetabling, motivating and aligning staff. • Identifying and meeting resource requirements (hardware, software, physical, and staff).• Overseeing the annual programme review and quality improvement plan.Lecturer and course creator in Systems Engineering, Thermodynamics, Propulsion, Electrical and Electronics, Materials Engineering, Mathematics and Analytical Methods, Flight Systems and Project Management.
  • Self-Employed Private Tutor
    Mathematics And Science Tutor
    Self-Employed Private Tutor Jan 2008 - Dec 2016
    Coventry
    Tutoring mathematics, physics and chemistry from Key Stage 3 to A-level, further mathematics at A-level, statistics at GCSE and A-level, and tutoring at university level in mechanical design, dynamics and project management.
  • Raytheon
    Mechanical Design Engineer | Military Aerospace
    Raytheon Jul 2013 - Jan 2016
    Waddington
    Aerospace engineer for Design Support Services within Airborne Solutions. Primarily involved in systems integration for the ASTOR programme (Airborne Standoff Radar) in support of the Sentinel R Mk1 (A fleet of modified Bombardier Global Express aircraft) and other in-service military assets. Daily work included aircraft performance analysis, weight-and-balance calculations, mechanical design, supporting aircraft maintenance and technical problem-solving, and incorporating vendor modifications to the aircraft. Experience completing modification proposals, making engineering drawing changes, inspecting the aircraft for mechanical damage, and consulting on technical matters to the Royal Air Force Project Team and on occasion presenting to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Experience working with consultants at Cranfield University, working with sales engineers and service reps, and regularly consulting with suppliers in the UK, Canada and Germany.Completed a two year Leadership Development programme with training in topics such as 6 Sigma, teamwork and leadership. Chaired the Young Engineers Forum for 2015, involved in the personal and professional development of 12 early career engineers around England and Wales. I was an Innovation Champion for the Company for 2014-2015, facilitating other employees with bright ideas. I had the role of Lead STEM Ambassador for the Waddington Site in 2015, coordinating training and events. Helped to grow the STEM team from nothing to 18 members.
  • Akzonobel
    Supply Chain Management Internship
    Akzonobel Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
    Stowmarket
    Improving the supply chain for mass produced chemical products. Continuous improvement, data collection and analysis, root cause analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), equipment installations, and design of a pneumatic control system. I personally highlighted and helped to resolve a production loss of around 1 million units/year.
  • Henley College Coventry
    Sessional Lecturer
    Henley College Coventry Oct 2009 - Dec 2009
    Coventry
    Lecturing in functional mathematics, at Entry Level 3 to Level 2 (National Qualifications Framework).
  • Pj Smith Carpentry
    Assistant Carpenter
    Pj Smith Carpentry Jun 2006 - Jun 2009
    Coventry
    Part-time skilled work for a carpentry contractor, performing various jobs in construction such as laying laminate flooring, skirting fixture, constructing dry walls, door frames, and kitchen worktops.
  • Cswp Ltd
    Connexions Changemakers Youth Reference Group
    Cswp Ltd Jul 2006 - Mar 2009
    CSWP Ltd. Connexions services, operating in schools and colleges across Coventry and Warwickshire. Website wireframe design. User testing of services. I was involved in the development of youth services, designing logos and presenting new ideas in respect to marketing strategy, careers advice centres, education support and other services. I was also involved in making changes to the youth charter, which listed the rights of young people involved in the services.

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Jay Smith attended University Of Warwick, Glyndŵr University.

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