Thales Defense & Security
Simon Heggie has a significant work experience spanning multiple roles and industries. Simon currently serves as the Operations Director at Thales Defense & Security, Inc. In this role, they are responsible for managing operations in the UK. Prior to this, they held various positions at Thales UK, including UK Director Quality and Customer Satisfaction, UK Director Bid and Project Management (interim), and Deputy Head of Vehicle Optronics & Sensors Business Group. Simon also served as the Programmes Director for Reconnaisance Vehicles and Project Director. Simon has extensive experience in manufacturing, project management, and sub-contract management. Simon started their career as an Electrician at Balfour Kilpatrick and later worked at Matthew Hall Construction and Kent Process Control Limited. Overall, Simon has a diverse background with a strong focus on leadership and management roles in the defense and security industry.
Simon Heggie graduated from Stow College in Glasgow with a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. No specific start or end year was provided for this education.
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Thales Defense & Security
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Thales Defense & Security is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements.