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Sumida, Tokyo, JP

Responsible for the full Life Extension (LEX) Services value chain, from initial strategic vision through, architecture definition, system development and LEX Service delivery.

Austin, Texas, US

Delivered strategy and built relationships driving growth for early stage start-up commercializing software defined active phased array communications systems. Developed sales pipeline with total value exceeding $100M, secured significant development contracts and grew traction on large production contracts with US government and commercial customers..

London, United Kingdom, GB

Led production planning, procurement and logistics activities for the OneWeb Communication Ground Segment; one of a kind challenge to build a supply chain and logistics team to deliver at scale - 100s of antennas, 10s of ground systems at +40 ground stations, total value exceeding $200M. Built plans, procedures and systems from the ground up, incorporating.

Guildford, Surrey, GB

First in post responsible for Launch and Orbital Services activities, role covered strategy and business development alongside existing program delivery. Rapidly built strong relationships across the global launch market with a strong focus on securing low cost access to space via new-space launch providers. Defined launch market analysis key to wider.

Selected to manage major re-organization of Telecoms Payload business division, moving from a functional to process based organization focused on eight Key Process value chains. Defined and deployed a revolutionary vision with stakeholders across departments and central Airbus D&S. Initial phase supported by Cap Gemini, followed by a local drive to embed.

Managed multi-project payload industrial plan driving critical path for satellite deliveries, owned the decision on resource priority across 6 to 8 major projects. Set up and deployed new trade off process resulting in faster decision making and improved customer buy-in. Role provided focal point for the payload bid commitments to the satellite sales team.

Built the case for change supported by McKinsey, working closely with key supply chain partners worldwide to develop the LEAN procurement vision. Project Manager for operational change delivery, included Value Stream Mapping, process re-engineering and root cause analysis. Strong focus on deployment/leveraging new business systems (SAP/PLM/web portals) to.

Responsible for execution of MPM/TWTA equipment contracts with annual value of ~$75M; critical equipment driving bulk of payload system cost, schedule & performance, major focus for customer. Main point of contact for all supplier interactions, led all supplier reviews often with senior end customer attendance. Requirements flow down, resolution of.

Charlotte, North Carolina, US

Active member of RF Switch team, responsible for all technical deliverables, lead for all customer technical reviews including non-conformance. R&D activity significant element of role with multiple development projects delivered on time and budget.

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Completed Airbus graduate scheme resulting in position of payload lead for Telesat W3A, the first Airbus Eurostar 3000 satellite launched. Managed a cross-functional team driving stringent cost, quality and schedule targets, total work package value over $1.5M. Managed payload CAD activity while supporting sub-system procurement across a global supply.