Si Taylor

Managing Director @ SigmaTau Design Ltd | Royal Air Force Avionics Engineer (Ret.) | Designer

A highly motivated and hardworking individual with over 26 years of experience as an Aircraft Avionics Engineer in the Royal Air Force. Possessing a diverse range of interpersonal and professionally developed management skills, I approach every goal with a "can and will do" attitude.

Experienced in demanding environments, from front-line military operations to detailed maintenance tasks, I thrive on challenges and have a proven track record of developing best practices, implementing efficient processes, and building cohesive teams.

With a strong understanding and keen interest in current technologies, including AI, graphic design, web design, and mobile app development, I adapt quickly and enjoy acquiring new skills. Now semi-retired from the RAF, I remain actively engaged in technology and design through my company, SigmaTau Design Ltd.

RAF Career (1998 - 2024)

Key Roles & Locations:
  • RAF Cosford (1998-1999): Initial Training - City & Guilds Aeronautical Engineering.

  • RAF Waddington (1999-2001): 51 Sqn Nimrod R1 (1st Line Ops) - Senior Aircraftsman.

  • RAF Cosford (2001-2002): Further Training - BTEC ONC Aeronautical Engineering.

  • RAF Waddington (2002-2003): E3D Sentry Electrical Maintenance Bay - Junior Technician.

  • RAF Waddington (2003-2007): Visiting Aircraft Handling Section - Junior Technician.

  • RAF Benson (2007-2011): 28 Sqn Merlin Helicopter (1st Line Ops, Doc Cell Controller, Aircraft Custodian) - Corporal.

  • RAF Cosford (2011-2014): 238 Sqn Line Training Flight (Phase 1 Instructor) - Corporal.

  • RAF Cosford (2014-2024): No 1 School of Technical Training - Moodle Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Manager.

    • Single-handedly implemented the VLE from inception to full capability for all RAF engineer training.

    • Received commendation and mention in Queen's Honours list (as part of Learning Technologies Team) for this work, particularly highlighted during the COVID pandemic.

Service Medals:
  • Iraq Operations Medal

  • Long Service, Good Conduct Medal with Clasp

  • Diamond Jubilee Medal

  • Platinum Jubilee Medal

  • King Charles Coronation Medal

Iraq
Iraq

Skills & Qualifications

Technical & Design
  • Aircraft Avionics Maintenance & Engineering

  • Graphic Design

  • Web Design

  • Mobile App Design (Android focus)

  • Artificial Intelligence (Interest)

  • Computer Proficiency (ECDL)

  • Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle) Management

  • Work Recording & Asset Management (WRAM)

Leadership & Management
  • BTEC Level 5 Leadership and Management

  • Senior Management & Leadership Training

  • Junior Management & Leadership Training

  • Trade Manager Training

  • Supervisory Skills (CTTLS Element)

  • Team Building & Process Improvement

  • Documentation Control

Instruction & Training
  • Defence Instructional Techniques (PTTLS equivalent)

  • Defence Train The Trainer (CTTLS equivalent)

  • Phase 1 Instructor Duties

  • STEM Ambassador

Formal Education
  • City & Guilds Aeronautical Engineering

  • BTEC ONC Aeronautical Engineering

  • BTEC GNVQ Intermediate Electro-Mechanical Engineering (Distinction)

  • GCSEs: Maths, English Lang, English Lit, Science (Double), PE, Art, History, French

Creative Design Solutions

Offering graphic design and app development services tailored to your unique business needs and goals.

App Development

Specializing in mobile app development, including innovative solutions like the MySize clothing size saving and sharing app.

A person is holding a smartphone displaying app interface designs while sitting in front of a laptop with matching app designs on its screen. The setup is on a white desk that also has a plant, water bottle, and a book titled 'CEREAL'.
A person is holding a smartphone displaying app interface designs while sitting in front of a laptop with matching app designs on its screen. The setup is on a white desk that also has a plant, water bottle, and a book titled 'CEREAL'.
Graphic Design

Providing professional graphic design services that enhance your brand identity and engage your audience effectively.

Experience in creating visually appealing designs that communicate your message and elevate your business.

Brand Identity
A hand is holding a smartphone displaying an image editing app. The screen shows a design with the text 'Think like an artist' in white on a dark background with red and black geometric shapes. The background features a blurred, rustic brick wall.
A hand is holding a smartphone displaying an image editing app. The screen shows a design with the text 'Think like an artist' in white on a dark background with red and black geometric shapes. The background features a blurred, rustic brick wall.
Multiple hand-drawn sketches of mobile user interface designs are spread out in a grid pattern. Each sketch contains various UI elements such as buttons, text boxes, images, and icons.
Multiple hand-drawn sketches of mobile user interface designs are spread out in a grid pattern. Each sketch contains various UI elements such as buttons, text boxes, images, and icons.