Robert Sharples

General Manager Engineering and Operations

Robert Sharples is a seasoned engineering leader and business consultant with over 30 years of experience across various global markets, including Asia Pacific, Europe, and the USA. Currently serving as the General Manager of Engineering and Operations at Orbital UAV, they have held significant leadership roles at renowned organizations such as Ford Motor Company and Toyota Manufacturing Ltd. Robert has a strong background in powertrain systems, program management, and engineering leadership, successfully driving innovative projects like the VW Amarok and Ford Ranger PHEV. They hold a Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Automotive Engineering Design, Manufacture and Management. Outside of work, Robert is a private pilot and has recently completed a 3,500-hour project building an experimental aerobatic aircraft.

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Melbourne, Australia

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