Irene Ruiz-Gabernet is the current HO Operational Excellence and Business Management and formerly the HO Safety and Compliance, at Airbus Military UK Ltd. She is deeply passionate about aerospace safety, quality, and operational excellence, and is particularly interested in the innovation and application of AI within business processes.
With over 19 years of experience in the aerospace industry, Irene has worked in Part 145 and Part M organisations, dealing with both rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft across civil and defence contracts.
A strategic decision-maker and former nominated post-holder by aviation authorities, Irene’s academic and professional qualifications include a MSc in Aeronautical Management, Project Management, IRCA certified Principal Auditor, EASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance License and RAeS Chartered Engineer accreditation.
