Nick Sheppard

Nick Sheppard is an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in underwater sensing systems and maritime mission systems. Currently serving as Chief Engineer and Technical Director at Thales since April 2016, Nick has held various roles that include Technical Director (Interim) for Maritime Mission Systems and Underwater Communications Solution Architect. Prior to Thales, Nick worked at Systems Engineering and Assessment Ltd from 2007 to 2016 in positions such as Maritime Business Manager and Technical Lead, overseeing research and consultancy projects. Nick's career began at DRA/DERA/Dstl as a Civil Servant focused on underwater research. Academically, Nick earned a BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering from Bristol University.