Cameron Winton
Glasgow
Summary
Accomplished professional focussed on customer understanding and delivering positive outcomes through a strong emphasis on relationships, problem-solving and continuous improvement. Demonstrated success in Engineering, Business Development, Project Management, and Strategy while ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations. Expertise in driving project success and promoting strategic growth within the aviation sector.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work history
Board Member (Voluntary)
South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust
Glasgow, Glasgow City
11.2024 - Current
- Introduced system for managing annual programme of events, ensuring timely execution.
- Supported contributors in delivering high-quality event content.
- Researched and developed heritage running trails to promote local history.
- Created talks on Industrial Heritage, extending content into online articles and a podcast.
- Manage social media content
Airline Support Manager
Collins Aerospace
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
01.2020 - 08.2024
- Acted as primary contact for resolving technical, logistics, and commercial issues related to engines and nacelles.
- Leveraged extensive engineering & industry expertise to effectively address complex problems, ensuring airworthiness compliance.
- Cultivated inter-organisational relationships to enhance product reliability and reputation.
- Managed and optimised CRM systems to improve operational efficiency.
Business Development Director
Collins Aerospace
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Managed job proposals from one-off projects to multi-year agreements for engine and nacelle maintenance.
- Negotiated agreements lasting up to 20 years worth $350 million.
- Demonstrated extensive product knowledge to optimise offerings and pricing strategies.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships across diverse organisations to gain business aligned to long term strategy
Chief Engineer
Aerospace Tooling
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Led team of process development engineers to generate and support core business processes
- Developed, implemented and verified aero engine component repair processes effectively.
- Supported Business Development by devising innovative repair processes and accurate costings for proposals.
- Managed existing repair processes for improved productivity.
- Occasionally stood in for Operations Director, maintaining operational continuity.
Engineering Manager
Woodward Fuel Systems
01.1998 - 06.2014
- Devised a 10-year technology and service strategy to guide organisational growth.
- Introduced a project management system, achieving approximately 20% annual sales growth.
- Led investigations into airworthiness and reliability to enhance products and safety .
- Innovated processes and compliance through automation and all digital documentation.
- Directed customer support initiatives, including set up and representation at industry conferences.
Project Manager & Engineering Lead
Woodward Governor
06.1995 - 12.1997
- Led team of engineers in development and airworthiness certification of Aircraft Engine Systems.
- Facilitated agile project management to adapt to new product types within organisation.
- Enhanced internal and customer collaboration, bridging organisational barriers.
- Navigated airworthiness processes unfamiliar to industry standards.
- Engaged significantly with customers through onsite secondment and mid-project changes.
Senior Development Engineer
Rolls-Royce
08.1989 - 05.1995
- Contributed to and ran product development and airworthiness certification of various products for aircraft engines
- Significant duties included technical vendor selection, leading vendors through product development, devising and supporting testing and supporting reliability improvements.
Education
MBA - management
University Of West Of Scotland
Ayr, South Ayrshire 01/1999 - 01/2001
Bsc - Aeronautical Engineering
University Of Glasgow
Glasgow, Glasgow City 08/1984 - 06/1989
Practitioner - Project Management
APMG International
Glasgow, Glasgow City 02/2014 - 02/2014
Foundation - Project Management
APMG International
Glasgow, Glasgow City 02/2014 - 02/2014
Strategic Selling - Marketing
Miller Heiman
Prestwick 05/2019 - 06/2019
Customer Service - Customer Relations
Miller Heiman
Prestwick, South Ayrshire 06/2019 - 06/2019
Skills
- Data analysis and customer behaviour analysis
- Problem solving and continuous improvement
- Commercial & strategy development
- Project management
- Engineering expertise
- Airworthiness regulations
Affiliations
- History heritage and archaeology - See South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust role
- Coach, jog leader and previous secretary at running club. Organised events, outreach and participate in distance road running
- Parkrun Run Director
- Art & Design involving painting, drawing and other crafts
Timeline
Board Member (Voluntary)
South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust
11.2024 - Current
Airline Support Manager
Collins Aerospace
01.2020 - 08.2024
Business Development Director
Collins Aerospace
01.2016 - 12.2019
Chief Engineer
Aerospace Tooling
06.2014 - 12.2015
Engineering Manager
Woodward Fuel Systems
01.1998 - 06.2014
Project Manager & Engineering Lead
Woodward Governor
06.1995 - 12.1997
Senior Development Engineer
Rolls-Royce
08.1989 - 05.1995
MBA - management
University Of West Of Scotland
01/1999 - 01/2001
Bsc - Aeronautical Engineering
University Of Glasgow
08/1984 - 06/1989
Practitioner - Project Management
APMG International
02/2014 - 02/2014
Foundation - Project Management
APMG International
02/2014 - 02/2014
Strategic Selling - Marketing
Miller Heiman
05/2019 - 06/2019
Customer Service - Customer Relations
Miller Heiman
06/2019 - 06/2019
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