Stuart Riches
About Stuart Riches
Stuart Riches serves as the Director of Intelligent Sonar at Ultra Labs, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in sonar systems design and project management, having previously held key engineering roles at Ultra Electronics Command and Sonar Systems and Ultra Maritime.
Current Role at Ultra Electronics Group
Stuart Riches serves as the Director of Intelligent Sonar at Ultra Labs, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on advancing sonar technology and integrating intelligent systems within the organization. His work is based in Dorset, England, where he leads initiatives aimed at enhancing the capabilities of sonar systems.
Previous Experience at Ultra Electronics Command and Sonar Systems
From 2014 to 2017, Stuart Riches worked at Ultra Electronics Command and Sonar Systems as the System Design Authority and Assistant Chief Engineer. During this three-year tenure, he contributed to the design and development of sonar systems, leveraging his expertise in hardware and embedded real-time software.
Role at Ultra Maritime as Capability Manager
Stuart Riches was employed at Ultra Maritime from 2017 to 2021 as Capability Manager and Chief Engineer for Sonar Systems. Over four years, he managed the development and implementation of sonar capabilities, ensuring alignment with military project requirements and customer expectations.
Design Experience and Project Management Skills
Stuart Riches possesses extensive design experience that encompasses hardware, embedded real-time software, and large multi-sensor integrated sonar systems. He has a proven ability to manage complex military projects, demonstrating acute commercial and financial awareness throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements definition to customer acceptance and delivery.
Track Record in Delivering Military Projects
Stuart Riches has a proven track record of successfully delivering large and complex military projects. His experience includes exceeding customer expectations through effective project management and technical expertise, contributing to the advancement of sonar technology within the defense sector.