Wayne Lord IEng MIET MInstLM GCGI

Experience

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  Royal Navy

  Jun 2002 - Aug 2006

  Head of section for a Ship Defence System.Engineering manager leading a team of 12 personnel providing accurate, reliable air defence systems to the Executive, analysing and rectifying defects as required.Responsible for the maintenance of AC/DC motor-generators, radars, gyros, servo control systems, high voltage systems (up to 120kV), power distribution sub-systems and fire detection/drench systems.Diagnosed and implemented defect repair down to component level regarding all aspects of electronic/electrical systems.Provided leadership and welfare support for 10 personnel, giving bi-annual verbal and written appraisals for individual feedback and Promotion Boards.Awarded a Commendation in recognition for resourcefulness and planning; restoring a complex radar system 8 weeks ahead of schedule without deviating from the high standards required and providing a comprehensive report to assist follow-on ships.Oversaw Health and Safety/COSHH for all works carried out within the team, briefing team members on safe working practices and ensuring an orderly working environment. Show less

  • Group Manager

    Sept 2004 - Aug 2006

  • Maintenance Engineer

    Jun 2002 - Sept 2004
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  Royal Navy

  Dec 2006 - Apr 2013

  Senior member of the DES organisation, providing direct engineering support, acquisition and delivery to front line units.Delivered technical In Service Support to complex weapon systems with cutting edge technology; also dealing with difficult support environments as systems went out of service.Identified, interpreted, analysed and resolved complex engineering issues and subsequent presentation to the Executive of alternative solutions and mitigation.Liaised and negotiated with multinational civilian and military authorities regarding system hardware, software for major building and equipment changes, ensuring budget, time and quantity constraints were maintained.Improved equipment availability/reliability by working with civilian System Engineers to prioritise defects effectively to minimise the impact upon vessel programmes. Focal point for trials and commissioning of new system modifications within tight timelines, fulfilling all requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) regarding clear planning and management. Show less Sub Department Head for all ship weapon systems availability and sustainability including support. Delivered system engineering availability to meet ship demands, balancing operational demands, exercises and maintenance schedules.Engineering manager heading a team of 40 engineering support staff regarding personal or professional issues, utilising well developed communication and listening skills to assess and react to their individual needs for extended periods away from home. Provided system engineering expertise to the Executive, providing the link from ship senior management to ashore/civilian authorities regarding efficient performance, analysis and repair. Imparted in depth advice and support to all military/civilian staff, involving quality assurance and assessment of work practices to achieve consistently high standards.Managed the safety and security of all personnel and systems, reacting to emergencies in accordance with laid down procedures, including managed drills.Controlled planned preventative maintenance and organised Fleet Time support periods for the vessel with respect to time and budgetary constraints.Instilled Health and Safety legislation within the department as a qualified Risk Assessor, maintaining the COSHH register and briefing personnel on all work conducted within the Group. Show less RN lead for installation, integration and acceptance of all major warship enhancements.Intelligent customer for the delivery of enhancement fits to Major Warships.Financial authority for a 10% limit of liability, up to £250K, to achieve primary purpose.Single point of contact for fitting schedules, engineering support and material design solutions.Applied configuration control for all records pertaining to enhancement fits for all planning, implementation and auditing.Line Manager to nominated personnel incorporating professional and vocational training, welfare issues, fitness testing, completion of annual appraisals and promotion reports. Show less

  • In Service Support Engineering Manager

    Jun 2011 - Apr 2013

  • Engineering Maintenance Manager

    Jun 2008 - May 2011

  • Project Group Officer

    Dec 2006 - Jun 2008
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  QinetiQ

  Apr 2013 - Oct 2014

  Radar System/Weapon Systems Specialist
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  BAE Systems

  Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

  Principal Engineer
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  Digital Lumens

  Jan 2015 - Sept 2021

  Senior Application Engineer
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  Digital Lumens Incorporated

  Sept 2021 - Feb 2023

  Senior Application Engineer
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  Echodyne

  Feb 2023 - now

  • Senior Solutions Engineer

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Solutions Engineer

    Feb 2023 - Jan 2025