Aimran Akhtar Email & Phone Number

Sydney, NSW, AU

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Product Strategy and Development:- Responsible for maintaining product roadmap and user stories. - Determine and prioritise product improvements, balancing the needs of the different stakeholders and in alignment with the business goals- Working with the other internal teams (i.e. Engineering, Production, Regulatory) to understand and define requirements.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Strategy and Development:
• Overall responsibility for Engineering activities across the business
• Ensure that engineering strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs.
• Initiate and develop creative and innovative engineering processesGeneral and Task Management:
• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of product delivery, from contract award to handover
• Develop planning and prioritise processes to ensure that multi-disciplinary resource is well aligned to maximise delivery of projects

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Product development lead for Carbonix's fleet of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
• Responsible for the delivery of systems and solutions to commercial prospects.
• Manages both internal (product portfolio and processes) and external (supply-chain network) operational risk management.
• Manages day-to-day operations of the company's product development and various projects.
• Main-source-of-truth for all technical information to stakeholders and external communication.
• Manages external supplier and customer relations.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Successfully structured and executed a Product Development Plan for two (sub 15kg and 30kg) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), involving the design and integration of the various systems & subsystems:
• Flight Computer
• Flight Control System
• Actuator System
• Powertrain System
• Telemetry & Datalink System

• Responsible for drafting and conducting powertrain test and analysis on VTOL and Fixed-wing propulsion systems.
• Successfully drafted and executed flight test plans for multiple test phases; from the initial characterisation phase through to the commissioning of the aircraft (photo attached)
• Responsible for prospect-facing exercises and representing the Carbonix brand.
• Exposed to external communications with suppliers and industry partners.
• Successfully gained avionics integration knowledge via hands-on-aircraft experience.
• Successfully evaluated Flight Computers and Flight Controller Systems for its feasibility and use in the fleet, which included a study and the subsequent understanding of the aircraft’s autopilot code.

• Gained hands on exposure to the UAV industry:
• Successfully structured and executed the initial characterisation test plan for a Hybrid (fuel + electric) powertrain, and its installation onboard Carbonix's Domani aircraft. (photo attached)
• Participated in ground-testing of propulsion systems and initial characterisation of electronic components.
• Involved in the design of internal avionics components and mechanical mounts via CAD software and analytics.

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, Australia

• Developed strong leadership and team skills in running the university Open Day
• Displayed excellent customer service and communication skills whilst representing the face of UNSW to thousands of students and parents

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• Placed under Operations Department to help facilitate oil rig movement and drilling operations.
• Contributed to mobilization planning and rig anchoring using AutoCAD software.
• Studied and revised CAD schematics of jack-up rigs.
• Assisted in maintaining project updates for projects in the South China Sea, off the coast of the Malay Peninsular.
• Assisted immediate supervisor, Offshore Drilling Operations Manager, in data analysis and associated admin matters.
• Part of the exhibiting team for Malaysia’s 2nd Oil & Gas Services Exhibition & Conference (MOGSEC 2014).

Specialization In Corporate Finance, Finance, General

Bachelor Of Engineering (Hons.) - Be, Mechanical Engineering, Honours

Activities and Societies: O-week Leader, Orientation Weekend Organiser, College Social Committee, Football, College Band, Engineering.

Cambridge A-Levels (Gce)

Activities and Societies: Football Futsal PaintballCoursework: Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics Honours & Awards.

High School Certificate

Activities and Societies: School Prefect, Football, International Club, Peer Counselling Services, Chess, Computer Club, Public Speaking