James King

Experience

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  Royal Navy

  Apr 2009 - Jan 2011

  Officers introduction to Naval Engineering and the management of an Engineering Department and marine systems. Initial Officer Training. Including Militarisation, Leadership, Marinisation and Academic Training.

  • Systems Engineering Management Course

    May 2010 - Jan 2011

  • Initial Officer Training

    Apr 2009 - Apr 2010
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  Royal Navy

  Apr 2012 - Nov 2014

  Assistant Marine Engineering Submariner. Trained in the safe operation of the nuclear plant as well as the many other systems on a nuclear submarine. Divisional care and leadership feature heavily as well as the planning and management side of operating a submarine. In depth training for Nuclear Operators. Including systems and simulator training. Post Graduate Diploma in Nuclear Reactor Technology. Academic aspect of nuclear training including a project phase.

  • Assistant Marine Engineering Officer

    Jun 2013 - Nov 2014

  • Officers Nuclear Operator Course 1 & 2

    Jan 2011 - Jun 2013

  • Nuclear Reactor Course

    Apr 2012 - Nov 2012
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  REACT Engineering Limited

  Nov 2014 - May 2017

  Engineer with both technical and commercial responsibly for a wide variety of technically challenging consultancy projects, primarily in the civil nuclear decommissioning sector. From proposal through to delivery and close out, I manage a diverse portfolio of work for multiple stakeholders. Developing strong client relationships in order to deliver timely and relevant advice and ensure that both the customers requirements and REACT business objectives are met on time and on budget. I am currently working towards chartered engineer status. Show less

  • Business Area Manager - Infrastructure

    Jul 2016 - May 2017

  • Engineering Consultant

    Nov 2014 - May 2017
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  Fellows International Ltd

  Jun 2017 - Sept 2018

  Account Manager
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  Blue Ocean Marine Tech Systems

  Sept 2018 - now

  Blue Ocean Marine Tech Systems is a globally recognised early mover in new innovative marine data collection techniques, enabled by autonomous underwater vehicles.Established with the vision that autonomous systems will play a leading role in the future of offshore operations, we work with global partners to maximise tactical advantage, minimise risk, increase efficiency and reduce environmental impact through the use of cutting edge autonomous technology.The solutions we have developed, enabled by autonomous underwater vehicles, matched with our innovative control systems meet industry needs for low cost, low impact, and persistent deployment of marine data collection systems.We are working towards driving data collection costs down with the added benefit of near real-time data delivery, through a fleet of enhanced autonomous underwater vehicles. Show less Marine Tech Systems specialise in the development and operation of unmanned ocean data acquisition solutions for both government and defence clients. Founded on the belief that autonomous technology will play a major role in the future of offshore operations. Through a sustained focus on R&D, MTS is positioned to conceptualise, develop, and prove novel technology-driven solutions to industry challenges. ​MTS operates its own fleet of unmanned underwatrer vehicles as well as offering full 3rd party vehicle operation and maintenance. Show less

  • Managing Director UK

    May 2022 - now

  • General Manager (UK)

    Sept 2018 - May 2022