Nick Earl

Nick Earl has extensive experience in leadership and operational roles within the aerospace and defense sectors. Currently serving as CEO at Safran Helicopter Engines since November 2015, Nick leads a team responsible for key client relationships, including significant contracts with the UK Ministry of Defence and various civil customers. As an Advisory Board Member at the University of Portsmouth's Business and Law School since December 2019, Nick provides strategic advice and supports project initiatives. Previously, Nick held several positions at Babcock International Group PLC, including Operations Director, managing multiple MOD aviation support contracts, and General Manager for the MoD White Fleet contract. Experience also includes roles at VT Group International, focusing on contract management and business development, as well as serving as an Air Engineer Officer in the Royal Navy. Nick Earl earned a BEng(Hons) in Aeronautics from the University of Southampton.