Among them is Weymouth scientist Mr Jonathan Carter, who has been made a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire aged 56. Jonathan Carter of Weymouth Mr Carter, who is Chief Engineer Stealth at Atlas Elektronik UK, is the leading expert on ocean-acoustic environment used by the Royal Navy, having worked in the field for 35 years. He received the MBE for services to Naval Operational Effectiveness. Mr Carter first learned of the news whilst at work and didn't quite believe he was to receive the MBE - almost deleting the official email. He said: "People don't always understand the amount of science, maths and physics that goes into the Royal Navy. I see this recognition as not just for me, but also for the group of people working across those disciplines who have been working for a long, long time on these systems.