He will work closely with co-founder and CTO Chris Beynon and the leadership teams across the group to scale the business and strengthen the company's technical foundations and values. Brian O'Connell brings extensive experience in managing complex programs in the defense and aerospace sectors. He combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, making him ideally positioned to lead Active Silicon into its next phase of growth.

He emphasizes the importance of a culture of innovation and focuses on developing a clear vision, aligning with tactical priorities, and creating long-term corporate value. O'Connell looks forward to working closely with the team, customers, and suppliers.