Paul Parkin

Paul Parkin is a seasoned operations executive with extensive experience in manufacturing and field installation support services. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Operations at SQA Services, Inc. since January 2024, Paul previously held notable roles such as Vice President of Manufacturing & Field Installation Support Services and Director of Manufacturing Support Services at Heliogen from April 2021 to March 2024. Earlier positions include Director of Production at Rocket Lab, where Paul oversaw all manufacturing operations for rocket propulsion systems, and Director of Tooling and Maintenance at SpaceX, responsible for non-flight operations. Paul’s career also includes leadership roles at BMW as a Technology Manager, Operations Manager at Britax Group Limited overseeing automated paint facilities, and Production Shift Manager at PepsiCo. Paul's foundation in engineering was established with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Britannia Royal Navy College Dartmouth.