Ionel Petrut , PMP, PhD
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Doru Calin
Ionel and his end to end system testing team were of tremendous help while my Bell Labs team was heavily engaged in the early definition and creation of small cell assets..The on-air testing provided by Ionel and team was thorough and a critical part of the product validation phase in real RF environments. Ionel has also co-authored several related research papers with us, with focus in dissemination of key findings.
Doru Calin
Ionel and his end to end system testing team were of tremendous help while my Bell Labs team was heavily engaged in the early definition and creation of small cell assets..The on-air testing provided by Ionel and team was thorough and a critical part of the product validation phase in real RF environments. Ionel has also co-authored several related research papers with us, with focus in dissemination of key findings.
Doru Calin
Ionel and his end to end system testing team were of tremendous help while my Bell Labs team was heavily engaged in the early definition and creation of small cell assets..The on-air testing provided by Ionel and team was thorough and a critical part of the product validation phase in real RF environments. Ionel has also co-authored several related research papers with us, with focus in dissemination of key findings.
Doru Calin
Ionel and his end to end system testing team were of tremendous help while my Bell Labs team was heavily engaged in the early definition and creation of small cell assets..The on-air testing provided by Ionel and team was thorough and a critical part of the product validation phase in real RF environments. Ionel has also co-authored several related research papers with us, with focus in dissemination of key findings.
Credentials
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Relationship Management, Management Effectiveness, Manager as Talent Coach
Dale Carnegie TrainingNov, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management MZT865
CODECSOct, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Solaris Customized
QuadrosAug, 2006- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management InstituteMar, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Lasting Software
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Technology Officer
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Jun 2023 - Present
As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of a telecommunications company, my role encompasses overseeing the development and execution of the technology strategy, driving innovation in the telecommunications sector, and optimizing network infrastructure to deliver high-quality and reliable telecommunications services to our customers. I am responsible for identifying and implementing emerging technologies, such as 5G NR, Satellite Communications and Internet of Things (IoT), to enhance our network capabilities and meet the evolving demands of the industry. Additionally, I lead cross-functional teams in product development, ensuring that our telecommunications offerings align with market trends and customer requirements. Show less
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Project Manager
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Sep 2017 - Jul 2023
As a seasoned Project Manager, my primary responsibility is to establish and maintain effective customer interactions, which includes defining project scope, negotiating deliverables, and outlining project milestones. I excel in meticulously planning projects, taking into account available resources and ensuring timely and cost-effective project completion while meeting expected outcomes. With a strong focus on resource administration, I navigate project complexities to ensure successful project delivery within predetermined timelines, allocated budgets, and desired results. Show less
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Politehnica University Timisoara
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Romania
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Assistent Professor
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Oct 2017 - Present
As an Assistant Professor, my role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities within the academic realm. I actively engage in seminar and laboratory material preparation, ensuring the delivery of high-quality educational content. Through my expertise in mobile and satellite communication, as well as the Internet of Things (IoT), I bring comprehensive knowledge to the courses I teach. Additionally, I am responsible for conducting examinations to evaluate students' understanding and progress in these subject areas. By staying abreast of advancements in the field and incorporating industry insights into my teaching approach, I strive to provide students with a well-rounded and up-to-date educational experience. Show less
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Nokia
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Finland
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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TC Project Manager
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Feb 2016 - Aug 2017
As an accomplished R&D Site Project Manager, my role revolves around spearheading innovation, ensuring seamless project execution, and fostering effective cross-functional collaboration to drive impactful research and development initiatives. With a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, I meticulously plan and oversee every stage of the project lifecycle, from inception to delivery, while maintaining a keen focus on achieving key objectives and surpassing stakeholder expectations. By leveraging my expertise in research methodologies, resource management, and stakeholder engagement, I create an environment that encourages creative thinking, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and maximizes the potential of cross-functional teams. Through strategic problem-solving, risk mitigation, and efficient communication, I ensure that projects stay on schedule, maintain the highest quality standards, and make significant contributions to advancing innovation within the organization.To effectively manage releases, I lead a dedicated release core team. This team plays a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of release deliveries and schedules. Through careful planning, coordination, and effective communication, we ensure that releases align with established timelines and adhere to the highest quality standards.By leveraging my expertise in LTE technology and industry best practices, I contribute to the successful execution of LTE Releases. I work closely with cross-functional teams to address any potential bottlenecks or challenges that may arise during the release process. Additionally, I monitor and report on release progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.Overall, my role as an LTE Release Manager involves driving efficient and effective release management practices, promoting collaboration among teams, and ensuring successful and timely delivery of LTE Releases to meet customer expectations. Show less
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Release Manager
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Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
As an LTE Release Manager, I hold the critical responsibility of ensuring timely and high-quality execution of LTE Releases. My role entails coordinating release activities across multiple teams, including LTE programs, R&D, Testing, TIPs, and other relevant stakeholders. I am accountable for managing the release coordination process and ensuring seamless collaboration among these teams. Additionally, I oversee joint deliveries between LTE and CDMA, specifically catering to Dual-Tech customers who require support from both technologies.To effectively manage releases, I lead a dedicated release core team. This team plays a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of release deliveries and schedules. Through careful planning, coordination, and effective communication, we ensure that releases align with established timelines and adhere to the highest quality standards.By leveraging my expertise in LTE technology and industry best practices, I contribute to the successful execution of LTE Releases. I work closely with cross-functional teams to address any potential bottlenecks or challenges that may arise during the release process. Additionally, I monitor and report on release progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management. Show less
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Program Core Team Lead on WiFi program
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Aug 2014 - Jul 2015
In my role as the Program Core Team Lead within the WiFi program management team, I am entrusted with the crucial responsibility of organizing and facilitating seamless interactions between the team and the executive board. This entails creating an environment conducive to effective communication, collaboration, and decision-making. One of my primary objectives is to ensure that all business requirements are accurately captured, managed, and prioritized to align with strategic goals. By closely monitoring project timelines, deliverables, and resources, I ensure that implementation stays on track, within the designated budget, and meets the highest quality standards. Additionally, I actively engage with stakeholders, providing regular updates, status reports, and presentations to keep them informed about project progress and any potential risks or challenges. Through my strategic approach to program management, I proactively identify and mitigate risks, develop contingency plans, and drive timely decision-making to ensure successful outcomes and the fulfillment of business objectives. Show less
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Small Cell R&D manager
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May 2011 - Jul 2015
As Manager of the System Test Metro team, I am responsible for overseeing team operations, developing the test strategy, preparing feature introductions, estimating testing effort, managing the budget, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
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Team Leader
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Jul 2010 - May 2011
Team Leader at R&D Small Cells system test
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Nokia
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Finland
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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System Test Engineer
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Jul 2006 - May 2010
• Between May 2010 and July 2010 I worked in “Alcatel-Lucent Romania” company, Mobile Research Center in LTE System Test• Between February 2009 and May 2010 I worked in “Alcatel-Lucent Romania” company, Mobile Research Center in WiMAX• In 2008 I was part of the Intel-ALU IOT project (tests executed On-cable in Timișoara and OnAir in Velizy)• Between July 2006 and February 2009 I worked in “Alcatel-Lucent Romania” company, Mobile Research Center in WiMAX System Integration team.• I offered site support to the following customers: “Axtel” – Mexico(August 2007) and “OneMAX” – Dominican Republic(February 2008) • Starting with December 2006 I offer remote support to Alcatel-Lucent customers for 1 week per month, for End to End WiMAX telecom issues. Show less
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Part time
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Jan 2006 - Jul 2006
• From January 2006 until July 2006 I worked in “Alcatel-Lucent Romania” company, IT department in a short term project on QoS over VoIP network.• Diploma Project in Alcatel, IT S&D Department-“Quality of Service indicators in Voice over IP networks”. (VoIP Studying, Network Configuration, Tools Testing, Types of Tests).
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Education
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2013 - 2019
University Politehnica Timisoara
Doctoral Degree (PhD) Certificate, Engineering - Heterogeneous Mobile Networks -
2006 - 2008
Universitatea „Politehnica” din Timișoara
Master's degree -
2001 - 2006
2006-2008: "Politechnica" University of Timisoara
Faculty, Electronic and Telecommunications, Integrated Telecommunication Systems
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