- Responsible for the business development of a diverse portfolio of hardware and software globally- Used technical expertise and business knowledge to develop material packages to showcase the product strengths and positioning including at our own open house, "Aerospace Quality Days" (2023).- Lead the collaboration for an Aerospace Tech Day (2022) with machine tool supply, Starrag. A three-day event showcasing the latest in technology to more than 100-attendees.- Responsible for the presentation of ZEISS at Farnborough Airshow 2022, the first time ZEISS have exhibited at a dedicated aerospace event generating a high number of new prospects and subsequently at Paris and Dubai Airshows (2023).- Speaker at the Aviation Forum – Munich in December 2022 to an auditorium of more than 100 as well as online attendees.- Help define order/revenues targets with regional sales management teams for key countries.- Built C-level relationships to key company stakeholders in more than one key account leveraging online and personal connections.- Played a key role in personalised visits from prospective customers to the company headquarters to showcase the strengths of the portfolio- Regular travel to head quarter (Germany) and customer sites around the world.

- Developed and executed the strategy for growing visibility of the products and brands with respect to the go-to applications and customers amidst the backdrop of the COVID pandemic.- Used sniper-style campaigns to bring the technology to new and existing audiences with LinkedIn Ad campaigns, one example of €500 advertising spend, bringing more than €300k in orders.- Managed the creation of digestible, reusable content including web, case studies, print articles, photo and film dedicated to aerospace applications using internal and external (agency) resources- Ensured a regular drumbeat of social media posts to drive traffic and interest in the technology for aerospace increasing growth in YouTube, Web and social media channels.- Developed and managed tailored technology material for jet engine and aerostructure components which were trained to partners and delivered at customers to unlock new accounts- Capitalised on the relevance of webinars during the pandemic with a mini series developed and hosted to bring new insights to a new market. Resulting in a global audience of more than 240 attendees over 3x consecutive weeks.- Launched a new software, GOM Blade Inspect, on behalf of the company bringing together software developers, product management, sales and marketing to showcase the USPs- Used an external writer to bring to life my story about the impact of the pandemic on the supply chain, with the angle of the role 3D metrology had to play in reducing cost, efficiency and time of the First Article Inspection process- Presented at Board meetings the market status and future requirements in terms of hardware/software resulting in new developments.- Member of the Sales Management Team responsible for delivering growth in the aerospace sector- Technical and business liaison for GOM Partners in critical aerospace regions to guide and mentor their opportunity creation and sales.

- Created and presented a business strategy for the go-to regions and customers for the adoption of 3D optical scanning technology- Critical interface in the sales process of high-end automation solution to a critical customer with a single projects order values in excess of €1.5m - Performed critical role in securing the purchase order for multiple turn-key solutions which included development of fixtures/tooling, hardware, software, programming and inspection.- Developed a strategy to grow the visibility of the brand, product and applications for 3D metrology solutions- Technical Specialist in application, development and implementation of GOM / ATOS ScanBox 3D metrology scanners into production aerospace environments- Creator of tailored content to support the technical sales and applications teams to deploy the niche technology into the market- Expert in the fulfilling the requirements of Nadcap AC7130/4, representing GOM at the regular meetings.- Issued a technical whitepaper for “Complying with NADCAP AC7130/4 Using GOM ATOS Measurement Systems and Software”- Trainer and contributor to the GOM Inspect software for single airfoils.- Coach and technical support with GOM Partners and customers in global context- Established a global expert community of more than 30+ connecting and sharing critical resources and communications to enable successful deployment of hardware and software- Regular visits to partners and key customers in Germany, USA, China to assist deployment and efficient use of hardware / software and single visits to Turkey, Singapore, France, Sweden.

- The recognised technical authority/subject matter expert within the business and external supply chain.- Lead the business to achieving 100% capable measurement and inspection equipment for domestic manufacture.- Developed, presented and balloted 3D Structured Light NADCAP checklist to aerospace prime suppliers.- Standardised and embedded a commodity measurement strategy document into everyday working practices for the businesses use of CMM's- Developed and implemented company standards for measurement and calibration processes- A key influence on the Measurement Systems Board setting the standards and processes for the company for measurement and calibration tasks.- Developing new applications for 3D structured light in the domestic and external supply chain on large structural casting and fabricated assemblies.- Trained auditor carrying out special audits and leading subsequent improvement plans with the external supply chain on measurement and inspection processes.- Consultant to in region supplier management teams on measurement system analysis and process improvements.- Key player in supplier development workshops improving suppliers capability to optimised their inspection regimes, reduce costs and improve their productivity and product right first time.- Carried out fast paced data collection and analysis to support emerging delivery issues.

- The recognised technical authority/subject matter expert within the business for 8 domestic factories covering metrology and calibration activities.- Identified, planned, bid and executed a Research & Technology programme of work to develop key new technology for Turbine products.- Accountable for all new technology programmes associated with measurement and inspection; most notable implementations during role are 3D structured light and computed tomography.- Proactive member of the Company's Measurement Systems Board (MSB) driving the company standards and working practices with the Company Chief Metrologist. - Took command of an underperforming supplier and led their development which included agreeing a new set of commercial terms and conditions.- Identified gaps in company procedures, coordinated a package of work to rationalise them and then manage key stakeholders to ensure their implementation. - Business consultant to the Turbine Systems purchasing department developing measurement in the supply chain- Managed and up skilled a team of eight indirect and three direct employee ensuring business plan deployment objectives were achieved.- Led the Measurement Excellence programme to narrow the measurement capability gaps across the business- Carried out a gap analysis and technical evaluation of the business to form the basis of a 10-year measurement strategy.- Introduced Key Performance Indicators on 8-factories to drive accountability and improvement into the business. - Leading the Nadcap for Measurement & Inspection across all domestic facilities identifying shortfalls and driving compliance.

- The business lead operating within an established support framework, liaising with the Rotatives Manufacturing Engineering community across the UK to developing their capability and competency.- Promoted and led the standardisation of CADCAM methods across the Rotatives business whilst maintaining synergy and sharing best practice with other Rolls-Royce Supply Chain Units and Design Engineering functions.- Developed a process to convert CAD data for direct use in CMM programs. Business benefits of over a third of a FTE and improved data workflow, quality and traceability of data. Process was scalable to other businesses.- Responsible for developing/maintenance and update of PLM procedures as part of a major upgrade to the corporate system.- Managed conflicts chairing factory reviews and presented to users and management across the UK regarding; PLM programme updates, configuration changes, and relevant business information including new recognised best practices.

- Identify, capture and report complex assembly feasibility concerns/issues based on digital mock ups, virtual build and dimensional management activities.- Lead engineer responsible for driving solutions to complex manufacturing issues liaising cross-functionally (with Design Engineering, Quality, Project, Module and Manufacturing) in accordance with the Bentley Product Emergence Process (Bentley PEP).- Prepared weekly status reports aligned with business and company KPI’s.- Applied Lean Design methodology to the next generation of Bentley motor cars to deliver a cost effective, simple, light weight design which suits manufacturing assembly.- Defined and planned own workload which was approved by Senior Management to deliver project cost, delivery and quality targets within PEP timescales.

- Responsible for the control of manufacturing geometry, including manufacturing stage definition and fixture design, for use across a turbine blade (aerofoil) machining components.- Led a department and represented the business in the introduction of a product lifecycle management (PLM) system which included; making decisions on system structure, implementing new methods of working, creating standards, and building suppliers relationships. - A company recognised PLM Super User responsible for educating the team of users in the changes made to the way the system was configured; including problem resolution, presentations and individual training.- Achieved 80% in final year university thesis based on a fixture design and analysis project which critiqued the design and identified areas for improvement on future projects. - Factory expert for component marking using a dot peen method, which involves problem resolution and training employees.

- Successfully completed a three-year technical apprenticeship which included engineering training in milling, turning, bench fitting and electrical systems to achieve an NVQ qualification.- Gained experience at four different sites across a range of departments including; design engineering, whole engine design, stress & aerothermal groups, cost reduction, quality assurance, and manufacturing.- Winner of Lord Hives award given to individuals completing their apprenticeship with distinction.