Cristian Ilinca
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Ramzi L. Kaiache
I had the great pleasure to be mentored by Cristian Ilinca at Bombardier Aerospace. Cristian is a trustful, experienced and reliable Engineer, who allowed me to integrate seamlessly during my first days at Bombardier Aerospace. He brings great atmosphere to work, with a touch of care all while delivering results on time and quality. Thank you Cristian, it was a pleasure to be mentored by you at Bombardier. Regards, Ramzi L. Kaiache
Andrew Saffery
As the senior engineer on the project, Cristian worked well with the junior engineers and coached us well. I appreciate the patience and understanding as well as all around knowledge. Thanks Cristian.
Ramzi L. Kaiache
I had the great pleasure to be mentored by Cristian Ilinca at Bombardier Aerospace. Cristian is a trustful, experienced and reliable Engineer, who allowed me to integrate seamlessly during my first days at Bombardier Aerospace. He brings great atmosphere to work, with a touch of care all while delivering results on time and quality. Thank you Cristian, it was a pleasure to be mentored by you at Bombardier. Regards, Ramzi L. Kaiache
Andrew Saffery
As the senior engineer on the project, Cristian worked well with the junior engineers and coached us well. I appreciate the patience and understanding as well as all around knowledge. Thanks Cristian.
Ramzi L. Kaiache
I had the great pleasure to be mentored by Cristian Ilinca at Bombardier Aerospace. Cristian is a trustful, experienced and reliable Engineer, who allowed me to integrate seamlessly during my first days at Bombardier Aerospace. He brings great atmosphere to work, with a touch of care all while delivering results on time and quality. Thank you Cristian, it was a pleasure to be mentored by you at Bombardier. Regards, Ramzi L. Kaiache
Andrew Saffery
As the senior engineer on the project, Cristian worked well with the junior engineers and coached us well. I appreciate the patience and understanding as well as all around knowledge. Thanks Cristian.
Ramzi L. Kaiache
I had the great pleasure to be mentored by Cristian Ilinca at Bombardier Aerospace. Cristian is a trustful, experienced and reliable Engineer, who allowed me to integrate seamlessly during my first days at Bombardier Aerospace. He brings great atmosphere to work, with a touch of care all while delivering results on time and quality. Thank you Cristian, it was a pleasure to be mentored by you at Bombardier. Regards, Ramzi L. Kaiache
Andrew Saffery
As the senior engineer on the project, Cristian worked well with the junior engineers and coached us well. I appreciate the patience and understanding as well as all around knowledge. Thanks Cristian.
Credentials
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NATO Secret Clearence
-Jan, 2007- Oct, 2024
Experience
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CAE
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Canada
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Technical Lead
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Sep 2021 - Present
Technical Lead at CAE Aftermarket Netherlands. Helping our amazing Dutch engineering team to delight CAE customers in Europe and around the globe.
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Technical Expert
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May 2016 - Sep 2021
Technical Lead at CAE Customer Services Center in Europe (CSC-EU). Helping my organization to provide best in class services to our regional customers.Lead of the FAA Part 60 Directive 2 development programs on B737 & A320 products.
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Lockheed Martin
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Staff Software Engineer (LM CFT)
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Aug 2015 - May 2016
Lead of the multidisciplinary team of software engineers in charge of development of simulation software for Cessna M2 full flight simulator. Leading the team in charge of the design of Flight & Ground handling model, Flight Control & Flight Guidance System, and Propulsion System on the new development program of A350 full flight simulator and on B767 programs. • Agile software development • Requirements & software design review • Preparing validation plans • Technical supervision and mentoring • Integration of Airbus software packages into LMCFT simulation architecture Show less
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BOMBARDIER
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Canada
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Engineering Specialist
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Feb 2013 - Jul 2015
As member of Flight Dynamics Simulation Group in Flight Sciences department, actively involved in development of simulation models, including CS100/300. Supporting various aircraft certification activities and other groups involved in the aircraft design. • Review of preliminary wind tunnel model. • Aerodynamic parameter estimation based on available flight test data. • Implementation of aerodynamic and aero-elastic effects based on loads and dynamics data, wind tunnel data and flight test data. • Development and validation of Level D quality flight dynamics simulation model. • Development and validation of integrated simulation model and certification of engineering simulation platform with competent government authorities (TC, FAA, EASA). • Support various design and certification activities using all available simulation platforms: flight dynamics desktop simulation, integrated desktop simulation, REFS (Reconfigurable Engineering Flight Simulator), ESIM (Engineering Full Flight Simulator) and ISTCR (Integrated Systems Test and Certification Rig). Show less
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CAE
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Canada
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Software Project Leader
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Sep 2010 - Feb 2013
Technical Lead of a multidisciplinary group of 15 specialists in charge of all updates of simulation software systems and hardware components at CAE. Responsible from preliminary design until simulator certification with governmental authorities and final customer acceptance.• Scheduling, staff assignment and technical supervision of A/C Performance Specialists (aerodynamics, propulsion, flight control, motion and sound systems) and Test Engineers in Updates Department.• Supervision of integration specialists assigned to Bombardier Aerospace CS100 ISTCR (Integrated Systems Test and Certification Rig) facility in Mirabel, QC.• Review of customer requirements, provide estimates to bid managers and project managers in Updates Department. • On-site support for customer acceptance and certification of the most critical projects. Show less
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Flight Systems Specialist
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Sep 1999 - Sep 2010
As member of the Core Engineering department, assigned to roles of increasing responsibilities and key company projects.Simulation Model Design and Validation:• Review and calibration of manufacturer data; extensive experience with Airbus 320/330/340/380, ATR 42/72, Boeing 737/747, Cessna Citation Ultra/Bravo, CRJ 200/700/900/1000, Embraer 135/145/170/190, Gulfstream IV/V data packages• Support flight test programs performed in partnership with KSR and NRC• Develop aerodynamics and propulsion models for various full flight simulators• Generate codes for aircraft flight systems or modify existing designs (Fortran, C, Simulink, Matlab)• Generate ATM (Acceptance Test Manual) and QTG (Qualification Test Guide) • Responsible for A320 products evolution at CAE• Generate software documentation according to ISO procedures Simulator Integration, Testing, Customer Acceptance and Certification Support: • Install simulation software on site. Verify, validate and improve simulation fidelity with CAE and customer evaluation pilots.• Identify, investigate and resolve problems to ensure flight dynamics and ground handling software components accurately simulate real aircraft.• Supported several initial simulator qualifications with Transport Canada, American FAA, British CAA-UK, German LBA, Dutch JAA, Spanish DGAC, French DGAC, Swiss FOCA and Chinese CAAC.• Answer customer and certification authority questions and resolve technical problems; provided in-field technical support to various flight training centers or airlines such as Air Canada, SAA, SimuFlite, Airbus Training Center, ATR Training Center, Schreiner FSC, NWA Training Center, Lufthansa, Continental Airlines, Swiss Aviation Training, Oxford Aviation Training, Finnair Training Academy. Show less
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Education
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1995 - 1999
Polytechnique Montréal
MScA, CFD, Aerodynamics -
1990 - 1995
University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest
MEng, Flight Dynamics, Fluid Dynamics
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