1. LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Quality In Defence Sean Hanlon – Quality Technician

2. 2 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Joined Thales Glasgow in 2008 (Modern Apprenticeship). Experience in PCB design, armoured vehicle kit installations, circuit board test & fault finding and product test & build. During apprenticeship, studied Electronics at HNC level. Have been involved in representing the company with school road-shows, assisting in hosting student visits, factory tours and attending events such as DSEI exhibition in London. Background

3. 3 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Spent last year of apprenticeship working in Naval quality. Source inspections at suppliers, hosting customers for source inspections / FATs and product assurance. Background

4. 4 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Completed Modern Apprenticeship in September 2012. Background

5. 5 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Currently a Quality Technician. Developing skills and knowledge in the discipline through various departments and product ranges. Working closely with people who have over 40 years experience in working with naval periscopes. Granted sponsorship to study Mechanical Electronic Systems Engineering Degree. Hoping to develop into a quality engineer. My Role Now

6. 6 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Promoting Quality A lot of Engineering interest, but more awareness of the Quality discipline needs to be introduced. Quality secondments for apprentices / graduates. Promote quality roles to mainly universities (possibly schools) through road-shows and hosting company tours. Promotional videos that target the required audience. Work experience placements can work closely with Quality technicians / engineers.

7. 7 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Promoting Quality A lot of Engineering interest, but more awareness of the Quality discipline needs to be introduced. Quality secondments for apprentices / graduates. Promote quality roles to mainly universities (possibly schools) through road-shows and hosting company tours. Promotional videos that target the required audience. Work experience placements can work closely with Quality technicians / engineers.

8. 8 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Promoting Quality A lot of Engineering interest, but more awareness of the Quality discipline needs to be introduced. Quality secondments for apprentices / graduates. Promote quality roles to mainly universities (possibly schools) through road-shows and hosting company tours. Promotional videos that target the required audience. Work experience placements can work closely with Quality technicians / engineers.

9. 9 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org Promoting Quality A lot of Engineering interest, but more awareness of the Quality discipline needs to be introduced. Quality secondments for apprentices / graduates. Promote quality roles to mainly universities (possibly schools) through road-shows and hosting company tours. Promotional videos that target the required audience. Work experience placements can work closely with Quality technicians / engineers.

10. 10 / LAND DEFENCE dig@thecqi.org My Thoughts On Quality Requires thorough, careful and efficient individuals. Good opportunities for career progression. Recognition for doing the job effectively. Chances to visit supplier and customer companies and learn about their procedures and ways of working. No 2 days are the same. Well respected role with huge responsibility. Requires pride in work.