iO Defence Series - An Interview with Stuart Warner

iO Associates are thrilled to introduce our latest episode in The Defence Series – An enlightening conversation with Stuart Warner, Head of Systems Engineering at Espanaro

During our insightful discussion, we delved into:

Stuart’s transition from BAE to Espanaro and the change in pace and environment that comes with moving to a smaller, nimble company.
How Espanaro is positioning itself with its engineering services in the defence sector and other industries.
The critical role of systems engineering within Espanaro’s operations and its importance in delivering complex engineering solutions.
Stuart’s personal journey from his physics background to becoming a systems engineering leader.
The increasing complexity and interconnectedness in defence technology and the essential role of systems engineering in managing technical challenges.

The ever-important aspect of cybersecurity in defence systems and Espanaro’s approach to building secure systems by design. Addressing the skill shortage in the industry and the importance of early career development in nurturing engineering talent. The unique challenges and opportunities in managing early career professionals versus experienced engineers. Espanaro’s thriving culture, focusing on making work a place where people enjoy what they do and ensuring they deliver what they promise.

As part of The Defence Series, we aim to connect individuals from diverse backgrounds – whether you have previous service history, are working within the MoD, or for a prime contractor, or if you are simply interested in learning more about the evolving landscape of defence engineering.

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Location: Online

Presented by:

Stuart Warner

Head of Systems Engineering , Espanaro

Stuart began his career working on cutting-edge missile technology at MBDA Missile Systems UK as part of their...

Stuart began his career working on cutting-edge missile technology at MBDA Missile Systems UK as part of their prestigious graduate scheme. He then moved onto BAE Systems where he led the Combat System Architecture Team and later became the Lead Systems Engineer for Combat Systems on the latest SSN programme. Throughout these roles he was known for championing the need to implement Model Based Systems Engineering and high quality Requirements Management in an efficient manner to ensure longevity of the artefacts produced. At Espanaro, Stuart will be responsible for developing and refining our internal systems engineering processes, supporting ongoing projects, and mentoring our engineering team. His ability to foster collaborative relationships and implement effective project management techniques will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and excel in our field.

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