Experience

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  SAMI

  • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Chief Engineer

    • Sep 2022 - Present
    • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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  Confidential

  • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Subject Matter Expert

    • Feb 2021 - Sep 2022
    • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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  King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology

  • Research Assistant Professor

    • Jul 2000 - Feb 2021

  • Deputy Director of Space and Aeronautics Research Institute

    • 2015 - 2018

    I was responsible for leading the space and aeronautics research institute alongside the director. The institute comprises of 6 specialized centers at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. I was also the principal researcher for a number of projects in the field of aerospace engines. Duties included:• Managing a number of teams and strategic projects related to satellite motors and rockets• Dealing with internationally-renowned rocket technology company• Preparing progress reports for stakeholders (short term and annual)• Presenting strategic projects and their progress to visiting top government authorities• Running projects with the Saudi Ministry of Defence• Contributing as a committee member for the KACST annual report

  • Director of the National Center of Jet Engine Technology

    • 2014 - 2015

    I was given the privilege of leading and establishing this center at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. The mission was to enhance and extend jet engine capabilities within Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Duties included:• Building technical groups and teams• Establishing a state of the art facility for jet engine research• Consultations for other Saudi organisations working on jet engine technology

  • Research Assistant Professor

    • 2011 - 2014

    Assisting in running some projects in aerospace field at the center (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. Duties included:• Leading and supervising technical groups and different technical topics.• Submitting in regular basis technical reports for the progress of the projects and assuring the quality of deliverables.

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  King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology

  • Saudi Arabia
  • Research Services
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Researcher

    • 2001 - 2007

    I led the engine research group in the Aeronautics technology Center at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. This group is responsible for defining suitable engine options for specified applications. Duties included:• Building an indoor test facility for aircraft engines• Contributing as a member in research and managerial committees• Studying, testing and analyzing aero engines (piston/jet) performance• Ensuring the integration of engines to platforms and building auxiliary systems

  • Researcher

    • 2000 - 2001

    I worked in the IP office examining the claims of the applied IP cases to the office. This exposure helped me to gain the knowledge of IP applications and processes.

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  Saudi Electricity Company

  • Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

  • Plant Operation Engineer

    • 1999 - 2000
    • Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

    I was responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment in the power plant (Power Plant Station no. 8, Riyadh) and recommending changes in operational methods and procedures. Duties included:• Evaluating generation availability for 30 generating units and providing seasonal capacity information to Plant management.• Apply dynamic research and writing skills to produce monthly performance and reliability reports.• ensuring a high quality of services