Alex Roberts
About Alex Roberts
Alex Roberts is a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Ultra Electronics Group, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in aerospace design engineering and mechanical engineering, with previous roles at Dytecna Ltd and Stirling Dynamics.
Current Role at Ultra Electronics Group
Alex Roberts has been employed as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Ultra Electronics Group since 2014. In this role, he specializes in high-pressure pneumatics and is involved in aerospace defense projects, including stores ejection systems and missile programs. His responsibilities include producing manufacturing, assembly, and interface control drawings using design tools such as Creo, Excel, and MathCAD. He also administers and supports engineering software tools like Teamcenter and PCM, providing setup, configuration, and training for these systems.
Previous Experience at Dytecna Ltd and Stirling Dynamics
Prior to his current position, Alex Roberts worked at Dytecna Ltd as a Design Engineer from 2006 to 2010 for four years. He then joined Stirling Dynamics, where he held two roles: first as a Loads & Aerodynamics Engineer for six months in 2012, and subsequently as a Design Engineer for another six months in 2013. His experience at these companies contributed to his expertise in mechanical engineering and design.
Educational Background in Engineering
Alex Roberts has a solid educational foundation in engineering. He studied at the University of the West of England, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Aerospace Design Engineering from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, he completed a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical Engineering at Worcester College of Technology from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he attended Box Hill Institute in Australia, where he obtained a Diploma in Engineering Technology and a Certificate II in Production Engineering, as well as a Certificate II in Mechanical Vehicle Servicing in 2004.
Contributions to Industry Events
In 2017, Alex Roberts represented Ultra Electronics at the DSEI event, where he engaged with delegates and explained key technologies related to the company's offerings. His participation in such industry events highlights his role in promoting the company's innovations and expertise in the aerospace defense sector.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Alex Roberts has developed a range of technical skills throughout his career. He specializes in high-pressure pneumatics and has experience in bringing products from launch to qualification and verification. He collaborates closely with project managers and customers to ensure project success. Additionally, he has been involved in setting up and configuring a PCM tool to analyze component costs, working directly with manufacturers to enhance understanding of production expenses.