Daniel Saraiva

Experience

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  Dinâmica Aplicada

  Jan 2006 - Oct 2013

  External Consultant

  DInâmica Aplicada, SA is an Engineering Consulting company that specializes in wind engineering and industrial aerodynamics. I have been collaborating as an external consultant for over 7 years, performing numerical analysis and simulations. I will typically use available commercial software (ANSYS, MATLAB) but I've also built my own algorithms to solve specific problems (MATLAB and C).

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  Portuguese Air Force

  Sept 2006 - Oct 2013

  Although ill-timed, I was honored to be appointed as a Flight Commander at the Portuguese Air Force Academy. The direct contact with cadets means this role is usually reserved to the officers who display high levels of leadership, discipline, initiative and comradeship.My core responsibilities included (but were not limited to);- Prepare Cadets for leadership roles in both the cadet wing and in the Portuguese Air Force through a firm foundation in military strategy, doctrine, heritage and professionalism;- Develop in the Cadets communication skills, instructional roles and responsibilities of an officer through military education, officer development and airmanship.- Provide command guidance and supervise all training, planning, and execution of flight operations;- Serve as an ambassador by representing the flight on/off campus and brief visiting dignitaries on the status on the flight;- Promote esprit-de-corps and responsible for implementation of the cadet mentorship and sponsorship program. Voir moins After serving as a Visiting Professor for nearly 4 years, I was made Assistant Research Professor in Aerodynamics.My core responsibilities included (but were not limited to);- Design course curriculum for high learning assurance and multi-class uniformity;- Develop and manage syllabus materials;- Train instructional specialists;- Coordinate courseware and curriculum with faculty chair.In light of my PhD program, I also assisted in the ongoing Unmanned Aerial Systems research at the Portuguese Air Force R&D Center, primarily in the areas of Flight Testing and Stability&Control. Voir moins As I finished my degree, I was assigned to the P-3 Fleet Management Team at the Maintenance Directorate. The P-3 aircraft is the most complex system operated by the Portuguese AF, and I was happy to join such a challenging environment. Furthermore, there was an ongoing Capabilities Upgrade Program where both Lockheed Martin and the US Navy were deeply involved.I started out as a structural and propulsion engineer and carved my way up to Deputy Fleet Manager. My responsibilities included Aircraft Maintenance Management, Continuing Airworthiness Management, Lean Maintenance & Lean Logistics Promotor, Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Purchasing Management, Engineering Management & Support and Budget Management.My biggest achievement in this position was a custom made maintenance program (close collaboration with US Navy and Lockheed Martin) that allowed: - Increase in P-3P operational life (ACI); - Increase in P-3 Fleet operational readiness (33% better over a 3 year period) - Decrease in P-3C operational cost (7M€ in 5 years) (ASPA). Voir moins During the last year of my master's degree I was was given to opportunity to be a TA for the Aerodynamics course. Since then, I have been a regular presence at the Portuguese Air Force Academy as a Visiting Professor on the subjects of Aerodynamics and Propulsion.Under the direction of the Academic Department Chair, my responsibilities included:- Develop and manage syllabus materials;- Coordinate courseware and curriculum with academic department chair;- Facilitate class instruction;- Evaluate student performance. Voir moins

  • Flight Commander

    Mar 2012 - Oct 2013

  • Assistant Research Professor

    Sept 2010 - Oct 2013

  • Deputy Program Manager, P-3 Fleet and T56 Engine

    Sept 2007 - Jan 2012

  • Visiting Professor

    Sept 2006 - Jan 2010
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  Ordem dos Engenheiros

  Jan 2009 - Oct 2013

  Technical Translator

  Being bilingual (Portuguese and French) and fully proficient in English (STANAG 6001 NATO 4+ level, where 5 is for Native speakers), I have been working with the Portuguese Board of Engineers on the translation of technical documents and publications. As of 2013, I have translated over 10 volumes and 20 technical papers, most in the area of HVAC and industrial/aeronautical aerodynamics.My responsibilities include:- Perform and implement technical and peer reviews of product documentation- Research and understand document standards in specific international locales while ensuring consistency of product-specific or industry-specific elements between locales- Understand different user levels and write to the appropriate level- Adhere to international standards, including templates and style guides Voir moins

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  ISAF

  Nov 2013 - Oct 2014

  Lead Advisor

  I served in the US Air Force 738th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group, at the Afghan Air University in Kabul. My role was to create sustainable programs and to deliver comprehensive professional military educational and technical training programs.My core responsibilities included (but were not limited to):- Pilot and Maintenance Officer course development (based on FAA/EASA curricula) using Systems Approach to Training (SAT) processes;- Force generation, professional development and qualification of Afghan Air Force Instructors, ensuring that all instructors are developed to a high standard.- Advise in course control documents and provide experienced insight and guidance for developing training plans, as well as for the development and maintenance of course materials;- Review training requirements and update/inspect lesson plans;- Mentor and provide Air University Staff instruction/skill set for instructor cadre leadership and recommend eliminations. Voir moins

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  FTEJerez

  Oct 2014 - Oct 2020

  I served as the Accountable Manager for the CAMO and P145 organizations of FTE, including FSTDO. For the first time, my 25+ team were not my military subordinates - they were exceptional people from different backgrounds, ages and countries.Together, we managed to grow from 15.000FH/year in 2016 to over 33.000FH in 2019, performing over 100 flight events a day. The team grew to over twice its initial size - applying Lean Maintenance principles reduced MH/FH ratio by over 20% and increased fleet availability from 60% to 75% by optimizing the workflow and the supply chain. A new fleet was introduced and an old fleet was modernized.I grew and learned a lot, whilst having a fantastic time in Jerez, although I did leave a chunk of my heart behind with my team. Voir moins Although I'm no longer teaching full time, having the opportunity to mold future pilots that soon join world class airlines (BA, Emirates, Aer Lingus, etc), is as fulfilling as it is challenging on such a multicultural environment,My core responsibilities included (but were not limited to):- Subject Matter Expert in Aircraft Systems and Aircraft Powerplant (Engines), which included: 1. Quality Assurance (QA) – training and assessment of new instructors and candidates 2. Review of Lesson Plans and update of current subject matter books and publications;- Instructor in subjects of Electrics and Mass and Balance;- Liaise, coordinate and promote regular student visits to MRO’s and OEM’s. Voir moins

  • Head of Engineering

    Jan 2016 - Oct 2020

  • Subject Matter Expert, Theoretical Knowledge Instructor

    Oct 2014 - Oct 2020
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  EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency

  Oct 2019 - now

  Independent External Expert

  Independent External Expert on:- Continuing Airworthiness- Aviation Personnel selection

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  Oman Aviation Academy

  Nov 2020 - Jan 2023

  Head of Engineering

  When the invitation came to join the OAA national project as an Airworthiness, Maintenance and FSTDO Manager in Oman, I couldn't decline.The opportunity to build (from scratch) the first EASA approved ATO in the Middle East whilst creating the first GA service center in the country is a once-in-a-lifetime chance. And Oman, this little corner of paradise, with its amazingly generous and welcoming people, sealed the deal.

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  NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA)

  Jan 2023 - now

  Chief of Section

  Fixed Wing Aircraft, Aviation Support Program