Accomplished researcher, professor, UAV designer, and aerospace business strategist with 10+ years of experience in the UAV industry and aerospace engineering education and research. Combining 3 years of dual experience in the UAV and defense industry with 8 years in academia, successfully balancing academic career while guiding professionals in the drone industry. Spearheaded major projects with DRDO, Chandigarh, Army Air Defense, and developed a highly ambitious loitering munition system. Managed teams and maintained high levels of quality control practices and documentation. Profound understanding of project management, defense acquisition processes, and business development in the defense industry. Demonstrated outstanding managerial skills by organizing international conferences and guiding students. Actively participated in accreditation activities and continuously updated knowledge through faculty development programs and technical workshops. Authored/co-authored 33+ research papers showcasing core conceptual understanding and detailed knowledge of industrial practices.
1. Successful Trials at over 4200m altitude in Ladakh
2. Successful trials at Suratgrah, Rajasthan
3. Day & Night successful Army trials over Bay of Bengal
4. Successful PDR and DDR of DRDO development projects
5. Successful Field Evaluation Trial and Maintainability Evaluation Trials
6. Successful qualification of UAV and GCS software as per JSS:55555 and IEEE 12207 standards