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Jill Hruby

Non-Executive Director

Jill Hruby is a Non-Executive Director and brings an extraordinary depth of experience in national security, nuclear deterrence and advanced technology leadership. Most recently, she served as Under Secretary for Nuclear Security and Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration at the US Department of Energy, where she oversaw critical programmes modernizing the U.S. nuclear deterrent and advancing global nuclear security.

Jill’s distinguished career includes more than three decades at Sandia National Laboratories, culminating as Laboratories Director and President of Sandia Corporation. With mechanical engineering degrees from Purdue University and University of California at Berkeley, Jill has also held influential advisory roles with leading government and non-governmental organisations. A recognised leader in science and engineering, she is a member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering and holds honorary doctorates from Purdue University and Michigan State University. Her expertise in nuclear security, innovation and strategic governance will be invaluable as we advance our mission and navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving global landscape.

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Three AWE colleagues recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

AWE is thrilled to announce that three colleagues have been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours, for their service and achievements. “I’m delighted to congratulate John Roberson OBE, Jo Walker OBE, and Stewart Booth MBE. Their dedication, expertise and service have made outstanding contributions to our nation and reflect the very best of AWE. […]

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Introducing Valiant: one of the most powerful computers in the UK

AWE has developed unique, world-leading technology to help validate the UK’s warhead stockpile. Supporting that work requires extremely rigorous testing- and at the heart of it sits Valiant, a new supercomputer that we are proud to say has now entered active service. This powerful new capability for simulation, testing and discovery significantly boosts our ability […]

Connect - the newsletter for AWE's neighbours - Spring 2026

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Connect – Spring 2026

Thank you for taking the time to read the printed leaflet you received in the post, and for scanning the QR code to discover more. By taking some of our content online, which we started from the autumn 2024 edition, we’ve been able to reduce the printing associated with each Connect by more than 50%, […]

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