David PRINGLE
Summary
Summary of Relevant Experience:
- Raytheon CSI Technical Services Team Lead as the RMP Maintenance Programme Manager. Provide CS Engineering support to the CSI DCSSC/ MIWS Engineering Team.
- KBR Combat System Engineering Lead in the ACSSPO. SQEP and Design Authority Representative (DAR) for LHD & LSD Combat Systems in support of Engineering Changes to deliver capability updates and upgrades.
- Thales Destroyer Enterprise CS IPT Lead. Effective coordination of Industry stakeholders to deliver DDG CS Maintenance sustainment and Engineering Changes in support of capability upgrades.
- IVVQ Manager on numerous Defence Acquisition Projects including: FFG Upgrade Combat System, AIR 9000 Full Flight Mission Simulators, & HATS Aircrew Training Simulators.
- Strong background in verifying and validating complex system design. Proven record in developing/managing Test activities and artefacts.
- Extensive experience in the management of customer technical specs and requirements.
- Comprehensive understanding of process design and application. Project/Services Manager experienced in diverse and complex projects.
- Experienced systems engineer and process manager.
- Extensive experience in Maintenance Management and Planning of electronic systems, plant and machinery.
- Commissioning Crew on the final US-built FFG built for the RAN.
- Commissioned the final Paluma Class Hydrographic vessel as the Senior Technical Officer.
- Practical knowledge and experience in contractual compliance to ISO, Australian Standards, Military Standards, and BCA.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent practical and resourceful problem-solving ability.
- Successful in planning, monitoring and completing projects against complex requirements and critical deadlines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
DDG CSI Maintenance Programme Manager
RAYTHEON Australia
10.2024 - 03.2025
Combat System Engineering Lead
KBR
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Oversee the CSC CS Engineers in support of Enterprise & Navy outcomes
- Support the Principal Engineer and CS Engineering Head of Department (HoD) in prioritising, scheduling and implementing AASGRP CS Engineering priorities
- Fulfil the role of SQEP Engineering Authority and Design Acceptance Representative for LHD Combat Systems and Sensors as delegated by the Principal Engineer
- Lead the CSC Combat Systems team in providing engineering governance and assurance
- Manage effective relationships and communications between CoA Project Sponsors, Third Party SPOs, Enterprise Stakeholders and Material Subcontractors to promote a culture of Asset Management and Value for Money
Combat Systems Maintenance Engineering Lead
Thales Australia
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Manage the interfaces between the constituent components of Ship Repair, Combat Systems Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Support
- Co-ordinate the services in accordance with the Contract, including the Project Requirements, Schedule, Budget and Plans
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Combat Systems Integrator (Raytheon Australia), DDG Managing Contractor (BAE), AEGIS Sustainment Programme (Lockheed Martin Australia), and other relevant stakeholders
- Manage the interfaces with other Commonwealth Contractors including managing service provision as delegated
- Develop and maintain Bid and/or Project Plans with emphasis on capturing and addressing the processing requirements for enabling services
- Develop, manage and co-ordinate the project management processes to ensure the constituent components of the Combat System Maintenance is effectively co-ordinated
IVVQ Manager
Thales Australia
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Develop IVVQ strategies and plans and coordinate project IVVQ activities within the constraints provided by the agreed architecture and design policy in order to satisfy customer requirements and ensures global development consistency
- Define WBS, OBS and associated IVVQ related tasks, and ensure internal and customer acceptance of solutions
- Define and tailor the IVVQ process and environment to be suitable for the project
- Cost Account Manager for IVVQ activities
- Manage risks & opportunities of IVVQ, guarantee project commitments, including those flowed down to subcontractors and partners
- Optimise IVVQ work against costs, schedule and risks
- Manage subcontractor and supplier IVVQ activities
- Report regularly on progress and issues/risks impacting the Project to the Project Manager and/or SEM and ancillary departments
- Liaise with the customer IVVQ personnel on all IVVQ matters
- Direct, mentor, advise and assist project team members in the delivery of the assigned project
Combat System Support Services Manager
Thales Australia
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Manage the services in accordance with the Contract, including the Project Requirements, Schedule, Budget and Plans
- Manage Project Risks and Opportunities effectively
- Develop and maintain a sound working relationship with the FFGSPO Combat Systems Manager (CSM), Commonwealth Nominated Representative (CNR) and other relevant stakeholders
- Monitor progress of Project expenditure and ensure that all financial targets are achieved
- Liaise with the Financial Department to generate and present regular Contract Programme Reviews (CPRs and CSRs) to the senior management team
- Liaise with the Contracts & Commercial Team to ensure invoicing is conducted in accordance with the Contract
Project Manager
Thales Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivery of all contract obligations in full and on time, achieving financial targets, overseeing and coordinating all aspects of programme-related operations and support, including the provision of technical services for the Full Flight Mission Simulator
- Primary point of contact with the customer for all contractual and day-to-day Project Management matters
V&V Manager
Thales Australia
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Analysis of contract requirements to ensure requirements are testable
- Developing component test plans and schedules
- Developing Acceptance Test Procedures
- Conducting Acceptance Testing, including internal and customer witnessed tests
- Participate in internal Unit Testing of components developed by Thales HW and SW engineers
- Establishing and managing defect monitoring systems, for internal testing and customer testing
- Writing Acceptance Test Reports
- Preparing and participating in Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and other project milestone reviews as required
- Chairman of Test Review Boards to validate test results for CAT 3 thru 5 testing
- Participate in Change Control Board (CCB) meetings
- Assist with the conduct of Functional and Physical Configuration Audits, both in Thales and with external suppliers and customers
- Provide regular status reports to programme management team members on the progress of testing activities
Education
Half-Masters - Project Management
University of Adelaide
Diploma of Project Management -
NSW TAFE
Graduate Diploma - Competitive Enterprise
Lean Management
Diploma of Management - Frontline Management
RAN
Diploma of Engineering - Electronic Systems
RAN
Diploma of Engineering - Electrical Maintenance
RAN
Radio Trades Certificate - Radar
RAN
Operational Test and Evaluation -
University of South Australia
System Reliability, Availability and Maintainability Management -
University of South Australia
Integrated Logistic Support Analysis and Acquisition Management -
University of South Australia
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Resource allocation
Summary Of Relevant Experience
- Raytheon CSI Technical Services Team Lead as the RMP Maintenance Programme Manager. Provide CS Engineering support to the CSI DCSSC/ MIWS Engineering Team.
- KBR Combat System Engineering Lead in the ACSSPO. SQEP and Design Authority Representative (DAR) for LHD & LSD Combat Systems in support of Engineering Changes to deliver capability updates and upgrades.
- Thales Destroyer Enterprise CS IPT Lead. Effective coordination of Industry stakeholders to deliver DDG CS Maintenance sustainment and Engineering Changes in support of capability upgrades.
- IVVQ Manager on numerous Defence Acquisition Projects including: FFG Upgrade Combat System, AIR 9000 Full Flight Mission Simulators, & HATS Aircrew Training Simulators.
- Strong background in verifying and validating complex system design.
- Proven record in developing/managing Test activities and artefacts.
- Extensive experience in the management of customer technical specs and requirements.
- Comprehensive understanding of process design and application.
- Project/Services Manager experienced in diverse and complex projects.
- Experienced systems engineer and process manager.
- Extensive experience in Maintenance Management and Planning of electronic systems, plant and machinery.
- Commissioning Crew on the final US-built FFG built for the RAN. Commissioned the final Paluma Class Hydrographic vessel as the Senior Technical Officer.
- Practical knowledge and experience in contractual compliance to ISO, Australian Standards, Military Standards, and BCA.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent practical and resourceful problem-solving ability. Successful in planning, monitoring and completing projects against complex requirements and critical deadlines.
Security Clearance
Negative Vetting Level 1
Personal Information
Nationality: Australian
Other Relevant Training
- Operational Test and Evaluation, University of South Australia
- DOORS Requirements Engineering Database
- System Reliability, Availability and Maintainability Management, University of South Australia
- Integrated Logistic Support Analysis and Acquisition Management, University of South Australia
- Occupational Health and Safety Management
- Workplace Competency Assessor
- Workplace Equity and Diversity Awareness
- Naval Officers Staff Skills Course (Effective Communication)
- Shipboard Harbour Watchkeeping Certificate, Executive Ship Management
- Damage Control/Shipboard Firefighting Team Training
Timeline
DDG CSI Maintenance Programme Manager
RAYTHEON Australia
10.2024 - 03.2025
Combat System Engineering Lead
KBR
01.2021 - 01.2024
Combat Systems Maintenance Engineering Lead
Thales Australia
01.2017 - 01.2021
IVVQ Manager
Thales Australia
01.2016 - 01.2017
Combat System Support Services Manager
Thales Australia
01.2013 - 01.2016
Project Manager
Thales Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013
V&V Manager
Thales Australia
01.2009 - 01.2012
Diploma of Project Management -
NSW TAFE
Graduate Diploma - Competitive Enterprise
Lean Management
Diploma of Management - Frontline Management
RAN
Diploma of Engineering - Electronic Systems
RAN
Diploma of Engineering - Electrical Maintenance
RAN
Radio Trades Certificate - Radar
RAN
Operational Test and Evaluation -
University of South Australia
System Reliability, Availability and Maintainability Management -
University of South Australia
Integrated Logistic Support Analysis and Acquisition Management -
University of South Australia
Half-Masters - Project Management
University of Adelaide
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