Profile of: Arthur G. Self, B. Sc, Ph. D, P. Eng

I am a seasoned management professional backed by over 30 years of Engineering, Technology, and Program Management (PM) experience.

I have worked extensively not only within “High Tech” and Defense arenas, but also in more recent years with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Corporate Site Management.

Arthur Self
I have had the privilege and benefit of working in smaller, start-up operations as well as in larger Corporations.

Outside of my technical and program management skills, I have extensive experience in “sorting out” Engineering organizations and driving them forward with a highly motivated workforce to significant growth in business revenues.

Regrettably, and borne out of the optical bubble collapse of the early 2000s, I also have extensive experience in managing to cost reduction needs and workforce downsizing.

In brief, my experience spans the following:

Quality Management (ISO 9001 and TL9000)

  • Qualified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
  • Demonstrated QMS expertise.
  • Extensive Management Representative expertise.
  • Demonstrated expertise in achieving, maintaining and continually improving ISO 9001 and TL9000 Certification.

Research & Development (R&D) Management

  • Demonstrated expertise with R&D Teams up to 100.
  • Analysis of R&D Team issues/deficiencies and then refocusing / re-motivating / growing R&D Teams.
  • Demonstrated PM expertise in multi-$M programs.
  • International R&D Leadership
  • Motivation/growth/retention of R&D Teams in Canada, UK and China (across 12 time zone).
  • Extensive experience in Team downsizing per Corporate cost reduction strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to focus work cognizant of Corporate policy, and geographic location of team expertise.

Defence and Electronic Warfare (EW)

I have over 25years of experience in EW, including eleven years at a UK MOD research establishment leading the development of a broad range of EW systems for UK forces before joining a Canadian EW company.

My career has spanned Govt R&D and several senior positions in the Defense Industry. During this, I have led a broad range of EW activities which include extensive R&D into new receiver, processing and frequency extension technologies including the development of novel, next generation naval ESM and ECM products and expendable concepts.

Expendable EW included Army, Air Force and Navy concepts, novel developments and field trials (communications and radar). I continue to publish and am a reviewer for the IEEE.

In more detail:

  • Delivered an advanced naval ESM system (0.5-40Ghz) employing the latest RF, A/D, SBC, GUI and fibre-optic technologies.
  • Led Technology R&D activities into Shipborne EW upgrades
  • Led naval ESM product support and upgrade programs and subsequent sea trials of new solutions.
  • Led R&D into expendable jammers (EJ) and advanced intercept receivers for ELINT/SIGINT purposes.
  • Led signal propagation trials (communications-to-radar frequencies) and the development of propagation loss prediction models.
  • Author and Instructor on 3-day Technology seminars:
  • Collaborated with Dr R G Wiley on his new book “ELINT: the Interception and Analysis of Radar Signals” published by Artech House. ISBN 1-58053-925-4. Author of Chapter 4 entitled “Probability of Intercept”.
  • Expert Witness services provided on Shipborne EW.
  • "EW Intercept Probability – its evolution”, by Dr A G Self in Journal of Electronic Defense, August 2006
  • Published a wide variety of technical papers on critical, new, strategic technology issues [eg LPI detection and signal handling; HADF; SEI], including giving invited papers at international conferences.
  • National Leader on several NATO, TTCP, IEPG, and NAAG International Panels.
  • Technical Reviewer for the IEEE-AES periodical
  • Recognised International EW expert.

Site Management

  • Management of Site activities (planning, financials, security, Human Resource aspects, etc).
  • Site/lease closure as per Company needs and legal (lease) requirements.
  • Planning and achievement of new Site location and move-in.
  • Company Interface to external world (customers, press, etc).
  • Company Leader in all staff communications, hiring/firing, staff motivation activities, pay increases, etc.

Education

  • (1974) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Physics, University of Sheffield, UK
  • (1970) Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Physics, First Class Special Honours, University of Sheffield, UK
  • (1993) Professional Engineer of Ontario (P. Eng)
  • Accredited QMS Lead Auditor for  ISO 9001:2008

Testimonials

Phoenix

"I have been involved with Electronic Warfare for over 30 years and currently supply products to many of the major programs and OEM's.

I have had the unique experience of retaining Dr. Arthur Self to serve as an expert witness in a complex matter related to Electronic Warfare and the future outlook of industry needs.

We worked together for several months and I had the first hand opportunity to witness his perspective, knowledge and acumen in demanding trial circumstances.

What was particularly noteworthy was his breadth of knowledge in both the technical and market areas. His ability to work with Management and provide high level perspectives and direction makes Dr. Self a valuable asset for any company serving the EW market place".

Ray Bellefeuille, President
Phoenix Logistics Inc.



Ras Logo“Arthur's informative seminars on EW have been presented by Research Associates of Syracuse, Inc. and also by the Association of Old Crows (AOC). I was responsible for scheduling and promoting such seminars (including my own). Arthur is well informed on such matters, and is an excellent presenter of the material. In addition, Arthur wrote the chapter on Probability of Intercept in my 2006 book on ELINT. Arthur is easy to work with and deals with problems in a completely professional way. I heartily recommend him."

Richard G. Wiley, Ph.D.
Vice President and Treasurer
Research Associates of Syracuse, Inc.
Author of ELINT: the Interception and Analysis of Radar Signals, Artech House, 2006



Bookham Logo "Arthur has filled a wide range of senior management positions and excelled in all of them. He has exceeded all objectives and deliverables laid upon him.

He has tightly monitored and controlled spending (global R&D and Site) as well as provided Executive Management with timely and accurate business metrics data. More recently, he has shown his strength in handling restructuring/change management needs within a global operation. He has proven how he can bring real value in both small and large companies."

Jim Haynes, COO, Bookham Technology Inc



Wren Logo"It was my pleasure to have worked with Arthur both as a colleague and as a supplier. I have had the opportunity to observe how Arthur was able to form very effective cross functional teams to implement ISO9000 and the high tech TL9000 Quality Standard and successfully manage the business operations.

In his roles as general manager and management representative he was able to provide clear direction and managed his operations by objectives. In the many years working with Arthur I have observed success in all facets of both himself as a professional and of his business operations.

His team always responded very effectively to his unique management style and he empowered his people to implement and maintain operational processes that were highly effective and sustainable".

Ron Higgins, President
Wren Group Inc.



Bookham Logo"Arthur has a rare ability to analyze, understand and improve the most complex organizations. He is committed to quality and delivery and can add value to any R&D team."

Dr Michael G Scott, former CTO
Bookham Technology Inc.