KANNAN AP, PSM I®, PSPO I®, PAL EBM®'s Linkedin Analytics

Highly accomplished techno-management senior executive with 25+ years of progressive leadership growth in the area of Aerospace Industry, Avionics Systems, Real Time Embedded Systems, Flight Simulation Systems, Retail Technology Solutions, Test Automation Systems, System Engineering, IOT/IIOT, Industry 4.0 and IT Systems. • Strong capabilities for conducting technical reviews, Solution Development, process reviews, Good Listening Skills, eye for details, strong documentation abilities and Risk based thinking, Risk assessment and management abilities. • Strongly believe & practice in mentoring, Empowerment, Knowledge sharing, • Follow the process oriented approach in every aspect of Software Development and Software Quality Assurance • Familiarity with Standards MIL STD 2167A, MIL- STD-498, DO-254, DO-178B, DO-178C, IPC610-G, JSS-55555, MBSE Tools Telelogic Raphsody, JIRA • Good Software Engineering principles, SDLC • Open Source Embedded Linux, Platforms, Embedded Linux Platforms; RT Linux, PSoS RTOS ( VXWorks) (Integrated System, Multi Development Environment, MISRA C, • Ability to lead cross-functional teams with Excellent written and oral communication, work ethic, performance under pressure, team building skills and leadership are the transferable attributes from my military service • Have proven experience in the area of New System Development, R&D, Operations New Process Establishment, New Product Introduction, On-Site Field Trials & Evaluation, Product Delivery • Ability to seamlessly work cutting across the organizational structural boundaries adopting to Hierarchical, Matrix and Role Based organizational structure. • Enabled ISO 9001 & AS9100D certifications for Aero Engine Overhaul Centre & Defence Electronics Company. • Awarded the DRDO (organizational level) Agni Award of Performance Excellence three times in 2005, 2011 and 2015 for excellent contribution towards development of Flight Avionics Simulator systems and many lab level awards. • Holds Bachelor’s Engineering Degree in Electronics & Communication and Master’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering from premier institutes. Believe in Mentoring, Inspiring & Influencing teams in Professional work Ethics, Integrity & Innovation • An energetic Tennis athlete won championship at IAF level and competed Mens’-Open-Nationals Tennis from 1995 – 96. Currently a mentor for an ITF/ATP Professional Tennis Player of India