Design Engineer
Richard is a Mechanical and Aerospace Engineer with experience spanning a broad cross-section of industry, academia and research. Having a keen interest in aviation led to university research and development of several areas of aerospace technology, focussing on drone operations and hybrid electric propulsion.
Returning in 2022 from 8 years working in Europe as a design engineer and researcher, Richard engaged in several aerospace R&D technology projects before joining Plane Support in December 2023. Plane Support offers the opportunity to apply research and design skills in detail within the aviation regulatory structure, and the privilege of seeing results enter service.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master of Engineering (Research)
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
- Diploma of Engineering. Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing vocational training (TAFE).
MEMBERSHIPS
- Institution of Engineers Australia
- ‘The Real Aeroplane Club’, North Yorkshire UK
- Associate of ‘FlyTeam’ a flight training and sport flying group based in Hungary.
- Former member, Canungra Hang Gliding Club. Cross-country and mountain soaring.
LOVES
- Hang Gliding