James Davies, Director of Simetra, is an engineer specializing in modeling, simulation, algorithms, and systems engineering within the defense sector. With a PhD from the University of Liverpool focused on target tracking and weapon guidance, James has built an extensive career developing solutions for land, sea, and air programs for organizations such as BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Thales. His expertise spans radar and sonar systems, sensor fusion, GNC, and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), with a core focus on transforming complex engineering problems into robust, testable solutions using MATLAB, Python, and C++.
Established to provide high-quality modeling and simulation capability, Simetra reflects James's commitment to bridging the gap between specialist technical insight and practical application. His work addresses critical challenges in digital signal processing and navigation in GPS-denied environments while fostering innovation in test and evaluation. Beyond his consultancy work, James maintains strong ties to academia, collaborating with the University of Liverpool on research regarding quantum navigation and assured positioning. His goal remains centered on using the right combination of technology and engineering insight to improve system performance and mission confidence.