We are proud to announce the addition of two outstanding professionals to the Orbitworks team, bringing a wealth of expertise and energy.
Raoul d’Hérouville joins Orbitworks as our new Operations Leader. Raoul brings a distinguished career with significant leadership experience at Airbus and OneWeb Satellites. During his time at Airbus, he managed complex aerospace programs and led strategic projects that streamlined production processes, ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge solutions.
At OneWeb Satellites, a joint venture between Airbus and OneWeb, Raoul played a critical role in transforming satellite manufacturing. He was instrumental in industrializing and producing satellite prototypes in Toulouse, France, and later led the establishment of one of the world’s first serial production satellite manufacturing facilities in Florida. Under his leadership as COO, the company achieved the successful production of over 700 satellites, solidifying its position as a pioneer in large-scale satellite manufacturing. Raoul’s hands-on experience in scaling operations and driving innovation makes him an invaluable addition to Orbitworks.
Mohamed Ahmad Al Karbi joins Orbitworks as an experienced satellite AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Testing) and operations manager, bringing close to 7 years of expertise in the space sector.
Beyond his role at Orbitworks, Mohamed serves as a Board Member of the UAE Space Agency, where he contributes to the strategic direction and development of the UAE’s national space ambitions. His leadership extends to his previous role as Program Manager at the National Space Science & Technology Center (NSSTC) at UAE University. There, Mohamed was instrumental in developing advanced satellite testing facilities, significantly supporting the UAE’s aspirations in space exploration and innovation.
Mohamed’s technical expertise, coupled with his dedication to precision and quality, strengthens Orbitworks’ ability to deliver high-performance satellite solutions efficiently and effectively.
These key appointments underscore Orbitworks’ commitment to building a world-class team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With Raoul’s strategic leadership and Mohamed’s technical expertise, we are confident in our ability to scale new heights and continue setting benchmarks in the space industry.
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