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Adebayo Onafowokan

Ontario,Canada

Summary

13 years of experience in aerospace engineering, product design, and development. Proven expertise in managing technology resources, leading multidisciplinary teams, and overseeing complex projects in mechanical, computer, electrical, and manufacturing engineering. Strong ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

Experienced professional in managing research and development of technology solutions, both hardware and software. Versatile Project Engineer with expertise in quality assurance, root cause analysis, and project management. Outstanding multitasking and communication abilities. Proficient in design and visualization software.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer

Mitacs
Fredericton, Canada
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Lead the design, development, prototyping and manufacturing of a smart Water Management System (sWMS) targeting underserved and decentralized communities across various regions
  • Using the Agile Methodology, this role involved establishing and maintaining detailed technical plans, estimates (cost, milestones and deliverables), and schedules while facilitating scope and requirement discussions with both technical teams and stakeholders.

Chief Engineer / Product Developer / Project Manager / Software Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
04.2020 - 05.2023
  • Led the design and development of a Flight Simulator and control pod for both drones and fixed-wing aircraft, overseeing the design and fabrication of test flight controls and conducting structural stress analysis.

Software Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for the development and management of an Algorithmic Trading Software designed to automate the buying and selling of crypto currencies based on a predefined set of conditions.

Assistant Chief Engineer / Product Developer / Software Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Part of a team focused on developing the Modular Satellite for Training (MOST) 3U, ensuring project success through effective planning and team management.

Product Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Tasked with conceptualizing, design and development, operations, and manufacturing of a Smart Float Switch, focusing on automation and integration of Internet of Things (IOT).

Assistant Chief / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Worked on the design and development of a 2u terrestrial satellite aimed at atmospheric readings and imagery from ground level to 30km above sea level.

Product Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Responsible for designing and developing a smart switch box for smart homes, focusing on power management and automation.

Tutor / Mentoring

Startrite Space Club (for kids)
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Used skills and experience to positively impact knowledge on kids interested in space and science.

Product Developer / Software Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2013 - 03.2018
  • Tasked with the design and development of a Smart Access Control system leveraging IoT technology, including creating a secure mobile application.

Product Developer / Software Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Tasked with designing and developing an automation system for a Sherline lathe machine, involving electronics and embedded systems programming.

Principal / Senior Engineer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2016 - 11.2016
  • Part of a team in the design and development of PHASE 2 atmospheric satellite for sensing atmospheric parameters.

Product Developer

SIMNNS
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2016 - 05.2016
  • Tasked with the development of intermediary software for decoding and encoding instructions from a CAM system's G-code.

Engineer 2 / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
03.2012 - 11.2015
  • Part of a team in the design and development of PHASE 1 atmospheric satellite for sensing atmospheric parameters.

Engineer 2 / Software Developer / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2009 - 12.2012
  • Part of a team assigned to research and develop an electronics voting machine for national use in elections.

Education

Technology Management and Entrepreneurship (M.Eng TME) -

Sir Howard Douglas Hall
Fredericton, New Brunswick

Aerospace Engineering (B Eng) -

Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey

Advance Vocational Certificate of Education (Double Award) in Information, Communication and Tech -

Lewisham College
London

(Information Technology Studies) Awarded Two Credits in Information Technology (IT) -

Lewisham College
London

Skills

  • Engineering Design
  • Project forecasting
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Design build
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Project development
  • Purchasing and procurement
  • System Engineering
  • Cost Estimation
  • RFI Documentation
  • Technical Analysis
  • Material Selection
  • Project Management
  • Project Estimation
  • Job Material Ordering
  • Analytical Thinkin
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Quality Control
  • Smartsheet and MS Project
  • Budget Development
  • Systems Development

Websites

Attributes

  • Devoted
  • Hardworking
  • Goal-oriented
  • Eager to learn

Hobbies and Interests

  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Football (soccer)
  • Swimming
  • Exploration
  • Poetry
  • Networking
  • Sports

Timeline

Project Engineer

Mitacs
12.2023 - 07.2024

Software Developer

SIMNNS
12.2020 - 03.2022

Assistant Chief Engineer / Product Developer / Software Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
06.2020 - 11.2020

Chief Engineer / Product Developer / Project Manager / Software Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
04.2020 - 05.2023

Assistant Chief / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
09.2019 - 01.2020

Product Developer

SIMNNS
04.2019 - 03.2020

Tutor / Mentoring

Startrite Space Club (for kids)
01.2017 - 03.2018

Product Developer / Software Developer

SIMNNS
06.2016 - 12.2016

Principal / Senior Engineer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
01.2016 - 11.2016

Product Developer

SIMNNS
01.2016 - 05.2016

Product Developer

SIMNNS
01.2013 - 12.2018

Product Developer / Software Developer

SIMNNS
01.2013 - 03.2018

Engineer 2 / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
03.2012 - 11.2015

Engineer 2 / Software Developer / Product Developer

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)
01.2009 - 12.2012

Technology Management and Entrepreneurship (M.Eng TME) -

Sir Howard Douglas Hall

Aerospace Engineering (B Eng) -

Kingston University

Advance Vocational Certificate of Education (Double Award) in Information, Communication and Tech -

Lewisham College

(Information Technology Studies) Awarded Two Credits in Information Technology (IT) -

Lewisham College

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