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Ali Zunair

Flight Controls Engineer
Islamabad

Summary

Passionate aerospace engineer with a strong interest in flight dynamics and controls. Skilled in-Flight Dynamics, Flight Controls System, and System Identification. Seeking to apply my knowledge and experience to a challenging role in the field of flight dynamics and controls.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications

Work History

Senior Engineer Avionics and Controls

BAYKAR TECHNOLOGIES (Pakistan Office)
2 2024
  • Flight Dynamic Modelling (FDM) and Handling Quality Analysis
  • Nonlinear 6DOF modelling incorporating servo modelling, Sensor Modelling, Atmosphere modelling, aerodynamics, propulsion, and gust
  • Flight Data Analysis using MATLAB for algorithms validations and troubleshooting
  • System Identification of flight data to compute aerodynamic coefficients
  • Flight Controls Law design and implementation in X-Plane flight Simulator

Controls System Design Engineer

GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL DEFENSE SOLUTIONS
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • System Identification of different EO Payloads to obtain Transfer Functions
  • Controls System Design for different EO Payloads using classical as well as H-infinity based controllers
  • Flight Data Analysis using MATLAB for algorithms validations and troubleshooting
  • Stabilization Analysis using Image Processing
  • Designed a Rotation Table for EO Payloads Calibration and Tracking including AC Servo Motors Control
  • Vibrational Analysis Using Ansys and Vibration Jigs for studying mode shapes of EO systems
  • Geo-Pointing and Geo-Referencing improvements in EO Payloads
  • Kalman Filter Design to Improve EO Payload Tracking.

Design Engineer (FCS)

Inphoenix Pvt., Islamabad
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Developing a high-fidelity 6 Degrees of Freedom (6 DOF) non-linear simulation model for various UAV's
  • Showcased expertise by utilizing system identification techniques to calculate stability derivatives from flight data
  • Validated various models using Xplane-11 software and conducted software-in-loop simulations
  • Developed tools and techniques for measuring performance metrics of aerospace systems
  • Developed and tested aerospace components using advanced computer simulations
  • Conducted detailed analysis of aerodynamic performance to ensure the safety and efficiency of aircraft designs.

Education

Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Institute Of Space Technology
04.2001 - 04.2024

BS In AEROSPACE ENGINEERING - undefined

Institute Of Space Technology

Skills

Team Leadership

Management skills

Project Coordination

Deadline Management

Analytical Thinking

Flight Dynamic Analysis

Flight Controls System Design

Flight Data Handling

System Identification

Certification

Fundamentals of Flight mechanics Specialization (ISAE SUPAERO)

Languages

English
Advanced
C1

Projects

Design and Development of Machine Learning Neural Network based Algorithm for prediction of Attitude Hold Autopilot

  • Generating an Algorithm which solves geometry of an aircraft and provide stability derivatives.
  • Controller Design for a number of aircraft which will serve as a dataset.
  • Training and Testing.
  • Artificial Neural Network Design.
  • Hyper Parameter Tunning of neural network for maximum possible accuracy.

Design And Implementation of Flight Control System in a MALE UCAV

  • Flight Dynamics Modelling Using Analytical Method.
  • Stability Augmentation System Design to improve Handling Qualities,
  • Actuator Selection using Hinge Moments.
  • Verification of UCAV design Using Xplane Flight Simulator.
  • Autopilots Design Classical Feedback Method on Linear Model.
  • Testing these autopilots on nonlinear model involving Software in the loop Simulation

System Identification Analysis to calculate Stability Derivatives from Flight Data

  • Developed Equation of Motion Derivation
  • Calculation of Forces and Moments
  • Applied Least Squares Method (LSM) to find stability derivatives
  • Stability Derivatives Analysis
  • Data Comparison
  • Aerodynamic Insights
  • Validation and Accuracy Assessment
  • Impact on Flight Dynamics

Design, Modelling and Simulation of a Quad Copter

  • 6 DOF Nonlinear Simulation in Simulink.
  • Mechanical Integration of Quadcopter using DJI F450 Frame
  • Putting together the electronic parts and components required for the quadcopter to function.
  • Flight Controller connection and Gain Tuning
  • Stability Analysis using Mission Planner


Aero Vehicle Design of a Business jet aircraft 

  • First iteration of conceptual design of a business jet aircraft is achieved using Raymer Statistical
  • Weight Sizing
  • Design Parameters Calculation (W/S, T/W, CL, CD)
  • Wing Design
  • Engine Sizzing
  • Landing Gears Design
  • Stability Analysis
  • Aerodynamics
  • Structural Analysis

Aircraft Performance Analysis of AN 140

  • Cruise Speed and Range Analysis
  • Takeoff and Landing Distances
  • Climb Rate and Ceiling
  • Fuel Efficiency
  • Stall Speed Analysis
  • Maneuverability and Handling
  • Endurance and Mission Profiles
  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Safety Margins

Software

MATLAB

SIMULINK

Ansys (FEM/Structural)

Python

C

XFLR

X PLANE 11

Raymer Design Software (RDS)

Microsoft Office (Word Power point, Excel)

Timeline

Controls System Design Engineer

GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL DEFENSE SOLUTIONS
01.2022 - 10.2023

Design Engineer (FCS)

Inphoenix Pvt., Islamabad
01.2020 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Institute Of Space Technology
04.2001 - 04.2024

Senior Engineer Avionics and Controls

BAYKAR TECHNOLOGIES (Pakistan Office)
2 2024

BS In AEROSPACE ENGINEERING - undefined

Institute Of Space Technology
Fundamentals of Flight mechanics Specialization (ISAE SUPAERO)
Flight mechanics - The basis
Flight Mechanics - Anemobarometry
Flight mechanics - Lift and trajectory
Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy
Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) (University of Michigan)
Control Design Onramp (MathWorks)
MATLAB Onramp (MathWorks)
Simulink Onramp (MathWorks)
Office PowerPoint 2013 (Microsoft Inc.)
Office Word 2013 (Microsoft Inc.)
Office Word 2016 (Microsoft Inc.)
Ali ZunairFlight Controls Engineer