Sue joined Airbus as an Engineering Apprentice in 1989 progressing through various leadership roles since. Notable achievements include leading the A380 Wingbox engineering team and overseeing wing development for the A320neo and A330neo.
In 2017, Sue became Head of the Wing of Tomorrow Programme, focusing on advanced wing technologies to support future aircraft and decarbonisation efforts. In January 2024, Sue became Airbus Commercial Aircraft UK Country Manager while continuing her leadership in the Wing of Tomorrow Programme.
Sue is an advocate of apprenticeships and diversity in engineering working with national bodies to attract young people to an engineering career.
Join Sue Partridge at Airbus Summit 2025 for 'Pioneering technology for future aircraft' on 25 March at 11:30 CET.
