Rodrigo Lezama

Rodrigo Lezama

Control Systems and Transient Design Engineer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Widebody Marketing Director at Airbus

  • Education

    • McGill University

      2010 - 2012
      M.Eng - Aerospace Avionics and Control Systems

      Activities and Societies: McGill Institute for Aerospace Engineering, Basic Business Skills (lecture series) Relevant courses: Turbomachinery and Propulsion, Robust Control Systems, Flight Control Systems and Simulator Fleet Software Update Case Study (CAE)

    • Tecnológico de Monterrey

      2002 - 2007
      B.S. - Mechatronics Engineering Automation and Control Systems Graduated with Honors
    • INSA Toulouse - Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Toulouse

      2005 - 2006
      International Exchange Program Département d'Automatique, Électronique et Informatique
    • McGill University

      2015 - 2016
      Aviation Management

      Aviation Management from a business, economic, financial, legal, managerial, marketing, operational, planning, and policy perspective at the national and international levels.

  • Experience

    • GE

      Jul 2007 - Jul 2010
      Control Systems and Transient Design Engineer

      - Designed, developed, verified and validated Control Systems software for GE’s Commercial Aircraft Engines FADEC using requirements-based, exploratory and noise-immunity testing with structural coverage analysis based on DO-178B and FAA regulations- Led 6-sigma projects for technical training improvement and standardization of testing plans- Enrolled in GE's accelerated technical growth Edison Engineering Development Program. - Developed technical problem-solving skills through work assignments, advanced courses and leadership training Show less

    • CAE

      May 2012 - Jan 2013
      System Software Specialist - Autopilot and Avionics

      Customer Support Engineering - Avionics group- Developed real-time Autopilot Simulation Models for civil flight simulators training devices.- Analyzed complex technical documentation from the aircraft and system manufacturers to improve the design of simulation models.- Supported troubleshooting activities of autopilot, navigation and general avionics issues in training devices currently on operation at various customer sites (A320, A330, A340 and B747).

    • Bombardier

      Jan 2013 - Dec 2018

      Responsible for the development of account strategies in conjunction with the broader Commercial Operations organization (Sales, Strategy, Communications and Branding), through the creation and delivery of product value propositions, market stories and product-specific content to airlines and lessors for the promotion and competitive positioning of Bombardier’s Commercial Aircraft – C Series, CRJ Series and Q Series.Focal point within the team for Industry Relations, Avionics, Engines and Environmental Affairs and coordinator for marketing support to Procurement activities with key partners and suppliers. Show less IRS, Autopilot, Stall Protection, FMS, FDR and Communication systems, among others.- Designed avionic systems architecture to meet Aircraft design requirements.- Supported the Bombardier Flight Test Center in development and certification tests.- Managed, reviewed and approved deliverables from various Avionics System Suppliers.- Supported Production, Customer Support, Program Office and Product Planning departments to allow the Avionics design, development & certification effort to progress.- Participated in meetings and design reviews with Avionics System Suppliers and certification authorities. Show less

      • Product Marketing Manager

        Sept 2016 - Dec 2018
      • Avionics System Engineer

        Jan 2013 - Aug 2016
    • Airbus

      Jan 2019 - now
      • Widebody Marketing Director

        Mar 2021 - now
      • Single-Aisle Marketing Manager

        Jan 2019 - Feb 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Six Sigma DMAIC Green Belt

      General Electric