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Stefard D'Souza

Bengaluru

Summary

UAV Systems Engineer with over 4 years of experience in drone system design, tuning, and field testing. Specializing in transforming experimental UAV concepts into deployable, autonomous systems. Proven track record in high-endurance UAVs, 4G telemetry integration, and filter/PID tuning. Passionate about solving tough problems through hands-on engineering, rigorous validation, and full-lifecycle development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Of Automation

Airbound
11.2023 - Current
  • Lead the development of the MVP from a raw concept to a fully functional flying prototype, and ultimately a market-ready product.
  • Optimize the UAV for maximum endurance and range.
  • Design and implement efficient propulsion systems.
  • Integrate 4G telemetry for real-time data transmission.
  • Perform filter and PID tuning for enhanced flight stability.
  • Source and select highly reliable off-the-shelf components.
  • Plan and execute R&D test cases to ensure product performance.
  • Establish procedures for cycle testing and component evaluations.
  • Develop repeatable manufacturing procedures for UAV production.
  • Create and implement static and dynamic testing plans and procedures.
  • Conduct thorough root cause analysis for system failures.
  • Perform log analysis to identify failure points and recommend fixes.

Associate Engineer 1

Asteria Aerospace Ltd
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Training of personnel in flying UAVs both defense and Civil
  • Flight testing of UAVs
  • Undertake Factory Acceptance tests, and Customer Acceptance tests, Pre-JRI and JRI.
  • Bench Testing and flight testing of payloads
  • Debugging issues with UAVs, Radios and Payloads
  • Experienced in flying Surveillance UAVs and Mapping Drones
  • In-depth knowledge on architecture of high endurance UAVs
  • Exposure to Process Documents and Design Documents of UAVs
  • I am a results-driven UAV Engineer with a passion for transforming complex systems, such as tailsitters, into fully optimized, market-ready solutions.
  • With extensive expertise in drone tuning and system integration, I excel at taking innovative concepts and developing them into fully autonomous, high-performance UAVs that meet diverse operational requirements.
  • My focus is on delivering reliable, cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries of what drones can achieve.

Education

Bachelors - Aeronautical Engineering

Mangalore Institute of technology and Engineering
Bengaluru, India
01.2016

Skills

  • UAV optimization
  • Propulsion system design
  • PID tuning
  • Root cause analysis
  • R&D test planning
  • Flight testing
  • Telemetry integration
  • Training of defense and civil personnel
  • Process documentation
  • Process automation expertise
  • Documentation
  • Problem solving

Projects

FPV Drone (long endurance and Kamikaze)

DIY HD Video Transmission using Raspberry pi

DIY CNC Router

Autonomous Rover

Tilt Rotor Tricopter VTOL

Hobbies and Interests

Music and the Technology involved

Circuitry

Design & Manufacturing

Addictive manufacturing and subractive manufacturing technology

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kannada
Proficient (C2)
C2
Konkani
Proficient (C2)
C2

Websites

Timeline

Head Of Automation

Airbound
11.2023 - Current

Associate Engineer 1

Asteria Aerospace Ltd
01.2022 - 11.2023

Bachelors - Aeronautical Engineering

Mangalore Institute of technology and Engineering

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