Who we are

Sack is currently a Graduate Aerodynamics Engineer at MBDA, working across multidisciplinary project teams conducting concepting activities on next generation products. He is now Chair of the AeDYMC and co-ordinates the Early Careers Aerospace Partnership, an inter-institutional initiative linking Young Member networks from the IMechE, IET, and RAeS. He holds a Masters in Aero-Mechanical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde, highlighted by a research thesis at the Technische Universität Braunschweig in Germany. Awarded an Engineering Leaders Scholarship by the Royal Academy of Engineering, Jack has volunteered extensively with the IMechE for over 6 years and is also the Vice Chair on the Young Member’s Board, and an IMechE representative to the Early Careers Engineers Professional Engineering Committee.

Materials and Processes Engineering Manager, Chemical and Environmental Technolgies

A Chartered Engineer, currently working as an Engineering Manager in the Material & Process Engineering department at Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast. Stephen graduated from Queen's University, Belfast in 2011 with an MEng in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering and has been working in the Material & Process Engineering department at Spirit AeroSystems (formerly Bombardier Aerosapce) since then.

He has been actively involved in volunteering for the IMechE since 2017, when he began the role as a Judge in the Institution's UAS Challenge. From there, Stephen learned of a vacant role representing Young Members on the Aerospace Division Board, a positon that he has filled from 2018 until 2024, a position that also seen him represent the Aerospace Division on the Institution's Young Members Board.

In 2022 Stephen began exploring the possibility of forming of a Young Members Committee within the Aerospace Division. Supported by the Aerospace Division Board, Stephen hosted the first meeting of the committee in May 2023 with 25 Young Members from the Aerospace Industry attending.  Stephen was the first Chair of the Aerospace Division Young Members Committee, and currently sits in the position of Immediate Past Chair on the Committee, as well as Vice Chair on the Aerospace Division Board.

Senior System Verification and Test Engineer at ZeroAvia

Giles has worked in aerospace system test and development for over 10 years, most recently joining ZeroAvia to support the development of their hydrogen-electric propulsion system. He is passionate about the decarbonisation and increasing electrification of aerospace, and through his volunteering for the Aerospace Division Young Members Committee, he is eager to represent this emerging sector of the industry.

ZeroAvia - System Test Engineer

Pablo is keen on sustainable aviation and aerospace in general. Among their other passions are Formula 1 and sport. Their background includes four years of study in an integrated master’s program in Aeronautical Engineering, during which they were part of their university's UAS team participating in the IMechE UAS Challenge. Furthermore, during their summers, they conducted research into sustainable aviation and its economic feasibility. Pablo currently works for a company called ZeroAvia, which is developing future hydrogen-electric powerplants for aviation.

Spirit AeroSystems - Graduate Stress Engineer
James Clarke works at Spirit AeroSystems as a Graduate Stress Engineer in Business Development Engineering, focusing on new programs. James graduated from Queen’s University Belfast with an MEng(Hons) in Aerospace Engineering. Within the committee, James is currently involved with the UAS Challenge, specifically the ongoing challenge.

Stress Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems Belfast

James is currently a Stress Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast, working on the A350 Freighter Centre Fuselage, having previously contributed to a Hydrogen Nacelle Development Program. James graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in 2022 with an MEng in Aerospace Engineering. They were also part of QUB’s UAS Challenge team in 2021, serving as Chief Aerodynamicist, Stability Engineer, and Manufacturing Engineer.

Within the AeDYMC, James is involved in supporting the UAS Challenge, represents the AeDYMC on the Aerospace Materials and Structures Technical Activity Committee (AMSTAC), and represents the Northern Ireland Region. In addition, James represents Northern Ireland on the main IMechE Young Members Board (YMB) and liaises with the NI Regional Committee.

Stress Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems Belfast

Mukhtar is an Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprentice working at Safran Landing Systems UK. He is currently studying for a BEng in Aerospace Engineering at university while gaining experience in engineering disciplines such as Design, Stress, Performance & Dynamics, Systems, and Manufacturing across ATA32 landing gear programmes. Mukhtar previously completed a Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship with Collins Aerospace (RTX), working on ATA27 Flight Control projects. With a strong passion for the aerospace industry, he joined the committee to collaborate with engineers on outreach objectives throughout the year.

Muhallab is a Research Engineer at the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), where he develops advanced robotics and automation solutions for leading aerospace and defence companies in the UK and globally. Working within the Automation theme, his focus includes simulation-driven automation, virtual commissioning, and the innovative use of robotics in complex aerospace production environments. He is also a core contributor to the ATI-funded COMPASS project, supporting the UK’s ambition to lead in next-generation composite manufacturing technologies.

He holds a BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Leeds and an MSc in Engineering with Management from the University of Bristol. Beyond his technical and academic work, Muhallab served as the IMechE Young Member Representative for Oman from 2021 to 2022 and is currently a STEM Ambassador at the AMRC, where he supports outreach efforts to inspire the next generation of engineers.

Rachael is an Aerothermal engineer at Rolls-Royce and graduated from The University of Sheffield with MEng Mechanical Engineering with German. As a  member of the Aerospace Division Young Members Committee she is leading the introduction of a new nationwide aerospace challenge to encourage young people into the industry. Her interests include decarbonising the aviation industry and the simulation of complex turbulent flow with her Master's project focusing on the aerodynamics of Gurney Flaps in vortex dominated flow.  Rachael was awarded the Engineering Leaders Scholarship by the Royal Academy of Engineering and was a finalist for the Female Undergraduate of the Year 2021. 

Rolls-Royce, Graduate Aerospace Engineer
Kirill studied Mechanical Engineering, completing a master’s degree along with a placement year at Oyster Yachts, where they worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer. They are currently working at Rolls-Royce in Bristol as an Aerothermal Combustion Engineer in Defence, with the goal of becoming chartered with IMechE within the next couple of years.

Structures Engineer at Thales UK

Mark works at Thales UK as a Structures Engineer. Mark graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in 2022 with an MEng in Aerospace Engineering. During their time at QUB, Mark was the Chief Structural Engineer and Stability and Control Engineer for the 2020 ‘Design Award’ winning team in the IMechE’s UAS Challenge.

Programme Manager Power Systems / ISISPACE B.V

Matthew is currently working at ISISPACE B.V in the Netherlands, where they are responsible for the space vehicle power systems products, including solar power generation and power storage. Early in their career, they gained experience in heavy industry at Heraeus and in aerospace at BAE Systems Air. They are now glad to be growing their expertise in the space sector, having been awarded a place on the ISU SSP 2022 in Portugal through a scholarship from the UK and European Space Agencies.

Matthew is also a general committee member of the AeDYMC and is actively working to help the IMechE better cater to members in the rapidly growing space sector both in the UK and internationally.

Alex is originally from Bath and graduated from Swansea University in 2022 with an MEng in Aerospace Engineering. After graduating, Alex did a summer internship at ZeroAvia, responsible for designing and manufacturing components for the 19-seat testbed aircraft; the largest aircraft ever flown with a hydrogen-electric engine. In late 2022, he relocated to Plymouth and began a new chapter as a Systems Engineer at Babcock International with the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of Babcock’s esteemed Naval-Nuclear projects. In early 2025, Alex joined MBDA as a Senior Systems Engineer, combining project and technical skills to assist in developing MBDA's products. Over the years, Alex has been actively involved in supporting young engineers in both university and industry, with the aim of continuing this within the AeDYMC.

Tanika graduated from the University of Leeds, with a degree in Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering. They are currently enrolled in a graduate scheme as a Systems engineer, where they’ve gained exposure to a broad range of engineering disciplines. Tanika is deeply committed to STEM outreach, and they're actively involved in initiatives that inspire and support the next generation of engineers.

Pranav Goyal is an Engineering Graduate working on Airbus A220 wing production for Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast, within the Stress department. Originally from India, they have spent most of their life in Singapore before coming to the UK to pursue a BEng in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Manchester and an MSc in Aerospace Vehicle Design from Cranfield University. Pranav has previously participated in national and international competitions like the UKSEDS Satellite Design Challenge and 'IT Flies', building aircraft simulator models. They have also worked as a Summer Intern at UoM in the field of Data Driven Aerospace Engineering, focusing on engines and airframe data manipulation and processing. Passionate about Aerospace Engineering, they are always welcoming discussions in and around the field.

Sunny is completing an Aerospace Engineering apprenticeship at Rolls-Royce, which has provided many opportunities to pursue outreach activities as a STEM Ambassador, gain experience across various areas of the business, and continue further education simultaneously. Sunny always knew a passion for engineering, and being an apprentice is helping them discover which type of engineer they are best suited to be, working alongside like-minded individuals with enthusiasm for progress. They have completed both Level 2 and Level 4 qualifications and are now working on their Level 6 at UWE to complete a Bachelor’s Honours degree in Aerospace Engineering. Sunny is greatly looking forward to the new opportunities that being part of the AeDYMC will bring and to contributing wherever possible.

Krish Keni is a second-year Aeronautical Engineering student at Loughborough University with a strong passion for Aerodynamics and Design. He consistently seeks opportunities to expand his knowledge and skills through hands-on projects and extracurricular activities in his field of interest. Krish is set to undertake a 12.5-month industrial placement at Airbus within the Flight Physics – Ground Loads department, where he will gain valuable industry experience. He has also completed internships at esteemed organisations such as the Emirates CAE Flight Training Center, where he deepened his understanding of flight simulators and aircraft architecture.

Spirit Aerosystems Qaulity Engineer

Katie works at Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast. She completed a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast, where her final project involved designing and manufacturing the pedal box for the Queen's Formula Student electric car. After graduating in 2022, Katie joined Spirit as a Quality Engineer, supporting the production of the Airbus A220 Wing during final assembly. She finds her role to be fast-paced and challenging but enjoys the pressure and the opportunity for quick problem-solving. In September 2023, Katie joined the Aerospace Division Young Members Committee (AeDYMC) as a committee member and looks forward to contributing to the planning for the launch of the School's Aerospace Challenge next year.

Nicolás Leonard Garrido is an undergraduate aerospace engineering student at the University of Nottingham. Next year, they hope to become a PhD student at the University of Nottingham, working on aeroelastics. Originally from Madrid, Spain, they joined the Young Members Committee because of the great experience they had competing in the UAS Challenge. They hope to help other students enjoy and learn about engineering as much as they did by taking part in these student competitions.

Stress Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems Belfast

Martin McCracken is a graduate stress engineer at Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast. They currently work in the business development department, focusing on a future wing concept for a business jet. Martin graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in 2024 with an MEng in Aerospace Engineering, including a placement year as a Quality Engineer at SAM NI.

During their time at Queen’s, Martin was awarded the Colum McNally Scholarship in December 2020. They were also a member of team ANTHUS at the 2022 IMechE UAS Challenge, serving as Chief Stability and Control Engineer and Documentation Lead. At the competition, the team placed 2nd overall and received both the Scrutineering Award and the Innovation Award. The build and design of the aircraft was subsequently named "Student Project of the Year" in 2022 by IMechE/Engineers Ireland.

Martin is a Mechanical Engineer currently employed at ALTEN, an aerospace engineering consultancy. He holds an MEng degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Loughborough University, where he gained hands-on experience in aerospace design and development. During his time at university, he was an active participant in the IMechE UAS challenge, contributing primarily to the mechanical design of the fuselage and wings. His professional experience also includes an internship at Bombardier Aerospace, where he worked on a cost reduction project focused on the G7500 skin. With a strong foundation in aeronautical engineering and practical industry experience, Martin continues to apply his expertise in innovative engineering solutions.

A Recently Chartered Engineer, achieving chartered status in June 2024. Currently working within the Nacelles Design team within Spirit AeroSystems, in their Belfast location.
Achieved a BEng in Aerospace Engineering in 2018, and furthered with a MSc in Mechanical Engineering with Management in 2022.

Completed an industry secondment with the UKDSC, completing a white paper for net zero emissions aircraft at point of use.

Keen interest in all areas of aircraft development and design, particularly on a structural basis.

Graduate Design Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems Belfast

Shane studied Aeronautical Engineering at Loughborough University, where they were actively involved in the UAS Challenge for two years. During this time, they served as Chief Airframes Engineer, leading the aerodynamic and structural design of the team’s 2023 aircraft.

They are currently a Graduate Design Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems in Belfast, working on the Bombardier Challenger and Global business jets. Their previous experience includes projects in Defence and on the Airbus A350 and A350 Freighter programmes.

Alongside their professional work, Shane has continued to support the UAS Challenge by mentoring teams from Loughborough University and Queen’s University Belfast. They have also contributed to organising social activities at the fly-off event and currently lead the team planning involvement for the 2025 fly-off. Additionally, they have supported the communications team by helping to update the webpage and the AED Handbook.

Laura graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2023, with a Masters in Aerospace Engineering. Including her undergraduate placement, she now has almost three  years experience in industry in Mechanical engineering at MBDA. During this time, she has been involved in many extracurricular activities including sustainability projects and the WSRF early careers challenge. Laura has a passion for promoting STEM and has held committee positions at MBDA for outreach, work experience and VEX robotics. 

Daniel James Rogers is passionate about aerospace and motorsport, which led them to study mechanical engineering with a focus on machine design, followed by an MSc in Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering at Cranfield University, specialising in Computer-Aided Engineering. During their studies, they were part of the Formula Student team, working on the design and manufacturing of the front and rear wing attachments using composites, and also leading the Cost and Manufacturing event. Daniel is currently working as a stress engineer at Spirit AeroSystems, performing structural analysis and simulations on aircraft components.

NUST AirWorks, Team Mentor / National University of Sciences and Technology
Sohaib is a recent graduate in mechanical engineering and a passionate aerospace enthusiast. They have worked on multiple aerospace projects during their undergraduate studies and are now planning to pursue a master’s degree in aircraft design. Their goal is to make aerospace knowledge accessible to everyone and to develop an inclusive learning environment.

Graduate Engineer at Airbus

As an Aerospace Engineering degree apprentice, Radhia is passionate about using her platform to inspire the next generation of engineers through active support in STEM outreach such as Primary Engineer. She is also involved in inclusion networks, championing a more diverse and accessible future for the industry. Radhia's day-to-day role includes undertaking design and analysis work, gaining hands-on experience while building the skills to contribute meaningfully to the engineering landscape.  She is currently working towards by BEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering after completing my Level 2 and 4 NVQ as part of her apprenticeship. Radhia is looking forward to contributing the Aerospace industry, particularly for young people within the sector, and is exciting for all new opportunities to come.