Systems Engineer/ Field Service Technician

• Apr 2023 - Present

As an Aerial Survey Camera Systems Engineer, I integrate cutting-edge camera technologies for optimal performance, accuracy, and seamless data acquisition. I specialise in, troubleshooting, fault finding, maintenance and repair and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver precise and high-quality aerial imagery for diverse applications. •Operate as part of the Remote Sensing and Data Operations Team, providing routine and preventative maintenance on imaging and data collection equipment used onboard Aerial Survey aircraft. •Focal point and taking primary responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of APEM Group’s Airborne systems. •Work as a team player with Associate Director and wider Aerial Surveying teams to ensure camera systems are fully utilised and performing at optimum level. •Management of maintenance tickets and resulting RMA’s, with third party suppliers and proactively assist with any remote trouble shooting. •Maintain a technical understanding and knowledge of how APEM uses its equipment on a practical bases to deliver geospatial data to our clients and how those method might change into the future. •Deliver training, provide mentoring, support, guidance, and development to Aerial Survey Task Specialist roles both domestically and internationally. •Conduct ground test of equipment on APEM chartered aircraft for quality assurance testing, training, onboarding new equipment and monitoring purposes. Show less

Freelance Aerial Photographer

• Dec 2021 - Jul 2023

In addition to my role as Lead Engineer at JetsetRC, I also provide a freelance aerial photography service in the Northwest. My Aerial Photography/Videography services include but are not limited to: Presentation and Marketing Advertisement Property/Real Estate Showcase Sporting Events Roof Surveys etc... I have access to some of the highest grade equipment in the industry, so I am confident I can cater for whatever needs you have. In addition to my role as Lead Engineer at JetsetRC, I also provide a freelance aerial photography service in the Northwest. My Aerial Photography/Videography services include but are not limited to: Presentation and Marketing Advertisement Property/Real Estate Showcase Sporting Events Roof Surveys etc... I have access to some of the highest grade equipment in the industry, so I am confident I can cater for whatever needs you have.

Lead Engineer

• Nov 2021 - Jul 2023

• Lead and manage a team of Engineers to ensure Jetset provides a professional and adept service to its clients across the globe. • Provide manufacture approved maintenance on market leading DJI and Autel products (to name a few). • Assist development and integration of new UAV technology. • Lead and manage a team of Engineers to ensure Jetset provides a professional and adept service to its clients across the globe. • Provide manufacture approved maintenance on market leading DJI and Autel products (to name a few). • Assist development and integration of new UAV technology.

Line Service Technician

• Aug 2022 - Apr 2023

Initial Officer Training | Holding Ops Officer | Manager

• May 2019 - Aug 2022

Within this position I manage aspects of air traffic management, processing information in line with Air Traffic Regulations and acting as the customer facing team manager to ensure arising issues were deconflicted. Empathic in my approach, and with my knowledge of key processes I was not only able to engage with the public, but also that of senior executives and at grass roots levels to ensure understanding; this worked to resolve many issues and promote less ambiguity so as to understand lesson learnt.I managed, amended and implemented changes to procedures and KPI data sets with a view to increase operational output and ensure best practice. I have also implemented contingency arrangements and provided full training to staff or information to boardroom level, thus mitigating potential risk factors and reducing significant impact to business continuity.Key Accountabilities:• Liaise with multiple civilian and military aviation professionals, directing air traffic, affecting key global operations and deployment of aircraft on humanitarian missions as well as peacekeeping. • Author of key Standard Operating Procedures, making sure the establishment of such procedures were followed through and executed by junior staff members to allow for dissemination amongst all staff.• Instigate necessary reporting action, producing top-level documents.• Strategised and implemented business continuity and emergency planning measures, responsible for ensuring its maintenance and associated monitoring of key business procedures in line with Key Performance Indicators. • Remained diligent and versatile in the effective delivery of all duties, including the provision of deployment advice and offering guidance for strategic defence planning.• Effectively managed the work of a customer-focused team within a multi-cultural environment, coordinating all efforts for the timely resolution and implementation of strategic objectives. Show less

Electro-Mechanical Engineer (2nd Line Maintenance Engineer)

• Mar 2016 - May 2019

Possessing astute analytical abilities, I was responsible for assessing the suitability to perform engineering activities against individual core competency data, coupled with ensuring engineers were nominated for relevant courses to maximise efficiency.Often conducting managerial outputs, such as Risk, COSHH and H&S Assessments for multiple workplaces and tasks to ensure a suitable environment was provided for all staff to conduct their duties, taking necessary steps to ensure compliance with necessary legislation and taking into account all H&S responsibilities associated with the Senior Engineering position.It was necessary for me to understand the working practices of a tri-service policy framework and align strategies to comply with laws and protocols within my area of responsibility. This often saw me spearhead the quality assurance process of all engineering and logistical requirements for the department to ensure best practice was maintained. Key Skills and Responsibilities:• Procured necessary resources from equipment sponsors and manufacturers to ensure customer needs were met within budget and deadlines.• Supervise the use of specialist tools including the full acceptance and pre-use checks required to practically carry out maintenance activities, overseeing strict control procedures in an aircraft environment.• Conduct Risk, COSHH and H&S Assessments for multiple workplaces and tasks to ensure a suitable environment was provided for all staff to conduct their duties, taking steps to ensure compliance with necessary legislation and taking into account all H&S responsibilities associated with the position.• Administer all duties; directly responsible for the creation of staff rotas, course allocations, disciplinary procedures, attendance of meetings and the writing of staff appraisal reports; critiscising and providing feedback on annual performance. Show less

1st Line Electro-Mechanical Engineer (Tornado Aircraft)

• May 2011 - Mar 2016

As an electro-mechanical engineer, I was responsible for conducting all elements of scheduled, preventative and corrective maintenance on varying degrees of complex in-depth systems; stripping for access where needed. Tasked with servicing and calibrating specialist test and measurement equipment for use in and around an aviation environment. Demonstrating the natural acumen to lead, motivate and manage teams of 6 engineering technicians. Supervising daily to maintain and promote operational effectiveness, airworthiness, a continual improvement culture and safe working environment of all staff working under my remit. Key Skills and Responsibilities:• Manage and coordinate all activities for up to 6 staff, providing mentorship and coaching in an empathic manner to better develop each individual personally and professionally. Subsequently enhance performance and engineering knowledge.• Enforce the adherence of staff to carry out all maintenance in accordance with ‘specific to task’ instructions and procedures. Understanding the working practices of multi-national forces and aligning strategies to comply with other nation’s laws and protocols.• Compiled engineering instructions and carried out publication amendments to ensure correct data was followed during the maintenance of engineering systems.• Represented the department at high-level meetings, having to present varying information in regards to KPIs and fault diagnosis data; acting as Subject Matter Expert where required.• Supervise all aspects of fault rectification and preventative maintenance to maintain operational effectiveness and airworthiness. Conducting aspects of repair, modification and testing of complex hydraulics and pneumatic components. Show less

Phase One/Two Military Training

• Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

Phase one training: Core military skills.Phase two training: Specialist Trade Training.