Peter Grega Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

San Francisco, Ca, Us

• Worked in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment utilizing cutting-edge avionics and computer vision technology to convert a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan into a Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for the purposes of autonomous cargo delivery• Used Jenkins, Docker, Python, and Bash to create a continuous integration pipeline which executed static analysis, software compilation, unit tests, and structural coverage reports to quickly identify build issues and increase developer productivity• Collaborated with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) in order to write detailed proposals for software Means of Compliance in the Project Specific Certification Plan, including special conditions and issue papers, for Part 23 certification• Wrote prototype processes in order to facilitate rapid and effective validation of system and software requirements• Authored and peer reviewed DO-178C plans, standards, and processes for efficient and compliant formal development• Utilized Git and Github for modern version control and code peer reviews

London, England, Gb

• Managing multiple global teams performing software design, code, and verification across Indianapolis, USA, Birmingham, UK, and Bangalore, India• Leading full software lifecycle processes including planning, design, validation, verification, and documentation in order to satisfy DO-178 safety-critical certification requirements • Supporting internal and external quality audits by providing documentation and change control records in order to confirm proper processes were followed throughout the software product lifecycle• Approving software processes in order to ensure safe, effective, and efficient development• Utilizing Kanbanize toolset to coordinate globally and implement agile methodologies• Working with subject matter experts to understand Trent 700 EEC service history, performance, and design objectives to satisfy customer demands

London, England, Gb

• Leading hardware software verification team for the Trent 700 engine program to verify Electronic Engine Controller (EEC) hardware and software updates which will support the engine program through end of service life• Estimating remaining project schedule and budget through the use of key performance indicators and visually presenting team progress over time to clearly communicate performance on a frequent basis • Providing guidance on effective verification strategies based on design documentation for Rolls-Royce proprietary LUCOL software and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) • Using Tektronix Logic Analyzers with an instrumented processor to verify EEC hardware self-test requirements at the CPU instruction level with nanosecond-level accuracy• Resurrecting and modernizing software test assets that have not been used in over 20 years• Utilizing new hydro-mechanical test facility to ensure new EEC hardware and software meet performance requirements when integrated with existing hardware including the fuel pump, variable stator vane actuators, and air-cooled oil cooler• Integrating fuel test rig with Applied Dynamics International (ADI) real time engine simulator via a CAN bus in order to provide test scenarios across a variety of simulated engine conditions and flight envelope points

London, England, Gb

• Performed system verification of dual Full Authority Digital Engine Controller (FADEC) systems aboard helicopters using the Series IV M250 Engine• Supported customer deliveries by performing EEC reprogramming on site on the aircraft assembly line• Improved automated analysis tools in order to support rapid interpretation of engine test cell data• Allocated requirements and designed verification cases and procedures using DOORS• Created verification scripts in Python that ran on a real-time simulator in order to accurately test failure modes

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Aerospace Engineering

Education record