Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer (20+ years) - Founder

After 18 Years working on the FTI area passing through all areas described above we can add the follow up the entire FTI steps which is need during the entire program since before design up to certification, and follow on phase. With this knowledge, Mitsubishi hired (2,5 years) Samir to assist with the FTI system they were designing for the 10th prototype. Several issues arose during the integration tests that needed to be addressed also new rules changed to save time and money to the company. To conclude the technical experiences, he successfully led the FTI team at ARCHER AVIATION in developing an FTI structure for the flight test campaign. This included establishing rules, scripting, and planning all FTI purchases related to sensors and systems. Additionally, he aligned with system engineering on all parameters and designed the complete FTI framework for all Flight Test Vehicles (FTVs). By implementing timely changes to the DAQ, he not only saved the company over $3 million by reducing FTI expenses but also enhanced the features for the flight test campaign.

Samir, a Christian born in 1981, is part of a family of five. He began working at EMBRAER at the age of 19 as a Technician in the Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) department, where he gained expertise in sensor installation, maintenance, calibration, and specialized FTI systems such as DAQs, flutter, Ice Probes, pressure scanners, video systems, and workstations. He also developed significant experience in strain gauge (SG) installation, having installed thousands of SG sensors in various locations while assisting engineers in selecting optimal measurement points. As a Technician, Samir took on the responsibility of overseeing the entire FTI system for aircraft prototypes. He worked closely with system engineers and team leaders to make critical decisions regarding the FTI setup for the aircraft under his charge. After earning his degree in Electrical Engineering, he advanced to the role of FTI Engineer, specializing in design, integration, configuration, procurement, and development. In this role, he deepened his understanding of the certification process, collaborating with system engineers to ensure proper design implementation for required tasks. As an engineer, Samir achieved significant milestones, including the development of two complete FTI systems—the ASCB Data Recorder and the ICE Probe System—from initial design and planning to procurement, integration, and real-world testing during flight test campaigns. He also led the FTI design for two full aircraft programs, overseeing all FTI systems and parameters for multiple Flight Test Vehicles (FTVs) and providing FTI workload estimates for new potential programs. In addition to his technical contributions, Samir successfully developed three innovations, earning company recognition and cash rewards for his achievements.