Shaun Viola
About Shaun Viola
Shaun Viola is a System Engineer currently working at QuEST Global and Leonardo in Edinburgh, Scotland, with a background in electrical and electronics engineering from the University of Glasgow.
Current Title and Roles
Shaun Viola serves as a System Engineer at both QuEST Global and Leonardo in Edinburgh City, Scotland, United Kingdom. In these roles, he applies his expertise in systems engineering to various projects and initiatives, contributing to the development and improvement of technological solutions.
Professional Experience at MBDA
Shaun Viola worked as a Senior System Engineer at MBDA in Bristol, United Kingdom from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he focused on concept and feasibility studies in optics and turbulence. He also gained experience in technical design work, cost estimation, and planning for facility developments. Additionally, he expanded his knowledge of systems engineering through his position in the IP&C team within MBDA's LDEW department.
Academic and Research Background
Shaun Viola has an extensive academic background tied to the University of Glasgow. He completed his PhD and served as a Research Assistant from 2014 to 2019. During this period, he developed a TRL 4 VLC system prototype and conducted research on spatial photonics in turbulence and visible light communication systems. He published several journal articles in these fields.
Education in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Shaun Viola studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of Glasgow, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree from 2010 to 2014. His education laid the foundation for his subsequent research and professional work in systems engineering and related fields.