John Darby

John Darby has extensive experience in procurement and logistics, currently serving as Procurement Execution and Performance Manager at Thales Alenia Space since February 2023. Previous roles include Subcontract Officer at Lockheed Martin from January 2020 to February 2023, Procurement Manager at Integrated Microwave Technology Ltd (Vislink) from April 2015 to February 2023, and Senior Buyer at Vislink News & Entertainment for over a decade. Early career experience includes a position as Strategic Sourcing Agent at Compair UK Ltd and logistics roles within the Royal Air Force from 1980 to 1993. John Darby holds a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business from Aylesbury College, attended from 2000 to 2002.