James Fisher Names Hales Head of Defense
within the defense industry means he has a clear focus on customer needs and market opportunities," Vernet said.Hales has held leadership roles in the defense industry since 2014, most recently heading Serco’s Aviation and Maritime portfolio providing services to the U.K. Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and commercial customers. Hales also brings with him prior knowledge of James Fisher, having worked alongside its defense specialist - JFD - on the NATO Submarine Rescue System’s mothership.Hales said, "I’m honored to take on the position of Head of Defense for James Fisher
BMT Hires Strategy Director Tomlinson
business development team as UK Sales Director. He brings to the role experience from across the maritime, defense, cyber and information and training domains, as well as leading on several sales and business development transformation programs. Prior to joining QinetiQ, Tomlinson served in the Royal Air Force for 23 years as an engineer officer, with operational tours in Iraq, Kosovo and the Falkland Islands. A Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the IET, Guy is also a registered STEM Ambassador. “Within days of joining BMT, I was blown away by some of the fantastic talent and enthusiasm
BAE Systems Welcomes Record Number of Paid Interns
.” BAE Systems said it invests around £80 million in skills and training activity each year. It runs a number of initiatives each year to highlight the importance of STEM subjects to young people. This includes the company’s annual Schools Roadshow in association with the Royal Air Force – which in 2015 will visit more than 350 schools and STEM events in the UK, engaging a total of over 35,000 young people with an inspiring, interactive STEM presentation. Amanda Nelson, HR Director at BAE Systems Maritime Services, said, “Ensuring we have a strong pipeline
