Senior Program Manager within GE Renewables (Onshore Wind) Sector based in Barcelona, SpainResponsible for all tower (NPI, DTO, Cost-Outs, etc.) developmentsLiaise with all stakeholders (PLL, Tower Eng., System Eng., PMs, etc.) for cross functional reviewsManage/maintain the Tower Development Plan (TDP)Ensure TDP is correctly resourcedDeliver the TDP to Time, Quality and Cost

Manage and oversee one or more programs by planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and implementing various activities to ensure that program objectives are achieved in terms of scope, time, costs, quality and contractual obligations.

Provide day to day advice on matters pertaining to the RSAF metrology and calibration (METCAL) programme.Primary point of contact for METCAL issues, propose solutions and coordinate with other departments to affect remedies.Enhance RSAF engineering capability with regards to METCAL discipline and knowledge.

Direct responsibility for daily management of Aviation Engineering Workshops Production areas such as disassemble, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, reassemble, and test of aircraft components from hydraulic and/or oil systems, in accordance with manufacturer’s technical data. Daily management of a comprehensive Machining Workshop areas covering CNC Milling, Turning, Horizontal and Vertical Boring, Grinding and Tool Manufacture and Maintenance.Daily management of Aircraft Wheel Machining Facility providing daily repair and overhaul services to several major commercial airlines.Daily management of an NDT D1 Test House for ferrous and non ferrous metals.Effective management of the daily activities including prioritisation, planning and ensuring deadlines are met.CAA approved EASA part 145 nominated post holder, familiar with EASA Form 1 certification.Direct responsibility for planning, scheduling, prioritisation and tracking of activities, reporting and resolving scheduling conflicts.Maintaining configuration and control of all changes to the component and manage the shop floor work-loading.Lead daily progress review and communicate issues to line manager. Direct responsibility for maintaining compliance with aviation industry, Health and Safety Legislation and CAA/FAA regulations.Direct responsibility for the day to day management of all sub-contractors.Build relationship with existing customers and potential to create business opportunities. Prepare and present proposals and briefings to all stakeholders to identify new business opportunities.Lead contract negotiations and agree contract terms and conditions on all technical issues.

Managed Operators on shift rotation conducting aircraft structural modifications. Direct responsibility for the daily management of process performance, people, machines, materials, methods and measurement of performance and improvement.Effective management of team including Communications, formal performance management, goal setting, coaching and disciplinary management.Effective management of continuous improvements across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People.

Managed technicians conducting aircraft and components mechanical and electrical modifications. Managed and maintained effective and efficient operations of all support bays (mechanical and electrical) including a very active aircraft corrosion control (Paint Shop) facility and all aircraft ground support equipment.Direct responsibility for the rectification/repair of all aircraft mechanical/structural defects found during maintenance.Direct responsibility for the rectification/repair of all aircraft ground support equipment.Direct responsibility for all aircraft painting/stencilling activities.Managed support staffs providing all design engineering support to a very competitive modification programme.

Dec 05 to May 08. Alsalam Aircraft Co, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. - Senior Engineer /Quality Manager: Specialist advisor to the RSAF Chief Programme Engineering Officer and the General Manager PDM on In-Kingdom engineering and maintenance support of all Tornado aircraft; this includes related Role Equipment, Engines, AGE, Training Aids, Simulators and Software. UK MOD Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) on-site at the Tornado PDM.Sep 02 to Oct 05. UK Ministry of Defence, Whitehall, London. - Programme Manager: Responsible for development, sponsorship and progression through Initial and Main Gates of User Requirements for protection of GPS against all threat systems, Fast-Jet Collision Warning Systems, Electronic Warfare training capability, future Integrated Modular Avionics systems and EMC aspects of avionic systems. UK project manager collaborating with international partners on advanced GPS protection technology and advanced electro-optic and infrared imaging technology.Aug 00 to Sep 02. Royal Air Force, Leeming, UK - Senior Engineer.Line management responsibility for technicians from 5 different trades (electrical, mechanical, avionics, communication and armament) providing expert support and advice to squadron aircrew. Jan 98 to Aug 00. Royal Air Force, Brampton, UK. - Budget Manager/Planner.Mar 95 to Jan 98. Royal Air Force, Wyton, UK. - Project Manager.Engineering manager responsible for HS125 and RJ100 aircraftManage the depth maintenance programme (C checks) for HS125 and RJ100 aircraft. Manage the refurbishment programme for HS125 and RJ100 including cabin retrofits.Dec 91 to Mar 95. Royal Air Force, Boscombe Down, UK. - Project Manager (Trials Officer). Specialist Technical Lead on all aspects of Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference, Lightning Indirect Effects and Electrostatic Discharge activities.