Meet the team

We have specialists in design, analysis, certification, and manufacturing.

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Meet our senior team

From rapid design changes to repairs and new-build innovation, you’ll have a senior team that is outcome-led.

We have a well-balanced team of specialists, engineers, and support staff that combines experienced experts with eager-to-learn apprentices and junior engineers, aimed at helping our customers solve complex engineering challenges whilst developing the next generation of British engineering and manufacturing talent.

With proven experience in Systems Integration, Airframe & Cabin Interior Engineering, Additive Manufacturing, High Integrity Test Rigs, Innovative Tooling Solutions, and 3D-Solutions, we support projects from concept through to certified delivery.

Our engineers are predominantly degree-qualified or HND-trained backed by decades of industry experience.

Several members of our structures team are Compliance Verification Engineers (Panel 3 CVEs), approved to sign-off structural substantiation evidence under UK CAA or EASA Part 21J appointments.

To stay ahead of evolving regulation and emerging technologies we invest in R&D and embrace a continuous development model for both our people and processes.

Our Leadership Team

 Jerrod Hartley

BEng CEng FRAeS
CEO

Chris Fleet

HND MRAeS
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Phill Le Mottée

HND MRAeS, CVE
HEAD OF STRUCTURES

Tom Baynes

BEng (Hons)
HEAD OF DESIGN

Garry Sellick

BEng MIMMM
HEAD OF MANUFACTURING

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Careers at AFD Systems

We embrace change, the latest technologies, efficiency improvements, and we pay particular attention to ensuring everyone receives the very best in training, mentoring, and development opportunities.

Careers at AFD

“AFD was able to bring extensive experience in composite design and structural testing to a complex programme. During the test campaign, the AFD CVE/Witness diligently carried out their duty to ensure test article conformity, and to execute the test in accordance with the Test Plan intent. Post‐test, AFD was able to process the results and deliver the required documents without delay, enabling GVH to receive the Supplemental Type Certificate in a timely manner.”

Jaco Loubser - Programme Director, Nova Systems

“AFD was selected owing to their product knowledge and track record in delivering similar work to a high standard. AFD has always delivered on schedule and offer a competitive pricing model.”

Gary Wells - Chief Stress Engineer, Héroux-Devtek

“AFD provided a team of structural specialists that enabled the efficient and cost-effective delivery of our seat certification programmes. Their professionalism, dedication, and diligence built confidence with EASA and ultimately guided the certification plans towards successful outcomes.”

Gary Doy - Design Q