Why did you decide to become an engineer?
I enjoy problem solving, innovating and have always had a passion for aviation. I was lucky enough to find a career that combined those passions.
How did you hear about our Early Career Schemes?
Online. Whilst I was in my last year at university I was looking at graduate schemes as I didn’t know what area of engineering I would like to pursue and wanted a job where I could try out different areas of the industry in a short period of time.
You recently were awarded the Post Graduate Trainee Award, is that your greatest achievement at Leonardo so far?
My greatest achievement in Leonardo has been embracing all the amazing experiences the graduate scheme has given me. It was very daunting coming into the scheme not knowing what I wanted to do going forward, but allowing myself to embrace all the amazing opportunities I received throughout the scheme and using them to build my skill set has allowed me to develop into the engineer I am today. A bonus to those experiences was receiving the post graduate trainee award.
What does a typical day look like in your role?
My role involves designing or modifying aircraft models or interfaces to the aircraft models for the simulation department. The role primarily involves working with MATLAB and Simulink to develop the models, alongside working with other specialist departments to ensure the simulations are as accurate as they need to be for their intended purpose.
Are there any hobbies you take part in outside of your job?
Outside of my job I am a glider pilot and instructor. I recently has the pleasure of competing in the 2026 European Gliding Championships in Poland for the British Gliding Team. I spend most of my weekends at the gliding club instructing or training for my next gliding competition.
What are your aspirations for the future?
I would like to use the skills and experiences from my current job in HMI and Simulation to become a Flight Test Engineer within the next couple of years. I would like to use my career in engineering to help the advancement of technology within our industry and continue to help people all over the world.
Do you have any advice for the next generation of Engineers?
Don’t be afraid to pursue something your passionate in even if it means trying something new and outside your comfort zone. Embrace new experiences and challenges. Always be curious!