Dr. Reza Rahdar, currently positioned as Program Chair in Master of Systems Engineering program and assistant professor at College of Aeronautics at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. He has over 30 years of experience in systems design/development, systems engineering, project/program management in the field of telecommunication systems and networks, Radio communications, air defenses systems, avionics systems, and Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS). Dr. Rahdar developed proficiency with systems engineering principles, process, and practices. He is an expert in taking systems from inception through design, development, and production. His skills are included but not limited to developing and conducting academic program (including course development) at master level, operations research, analytical/statistical analysis, trade studies, new product introduction, risk and opportunity management, reliability, availability & maintainability, and safety analysis, and complex project management.