Top Talent like Shawn are on Pangea

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Shawn James

Sales & Business Development Manager • Growth Marketing Manager • Kitchener, ON, CA
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Aerospace Software Designer | Systems Expert
With a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, I have built a robust career in software design and engineering. Currently, I am a Software Designer at Pratt & Whitney, where I focus on developing innovative software solutions for aerospace technology. Previously, I served as a Software Analyst at Thales, contributing to defense and aerospace software efficiency. My tenure at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited spanned several roles, including System and Software Engineer, where I developed a real-time speech recognition system with 98% accuracy and led architecture reviews for embedded avionics software. I also improved helicopter ranges by 200% through innovative testing and certification processes. My experience is marked by a strong focus on system integration, quality management, and mentoring technical teams, ensuring operational efficiencies and high product quality.

Work History

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Software Designer

Pratt & WhitneyAs a Software Designer, responsible for designing and developing software solutions, likely contributing to the enhancement of aerospace technology and systems.
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Software Analyst

ThalesAug 2019 - Oct 2020 • 1 yr 3 mosAs a Software Analyst, likely involved in analyzing software requirements and ensuring the development of efficient software solutions for defense and aerospace applications.
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System and Software Engineer

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedJan 2016 - Jun 2019 • 3 yrs 6 mosDeveloped real-time speech recognition with speech enhancement System with 98% accuracy. Provided system-level design and validation of embedded avionics software, adhering to DO-178B standards. Responsible for testing and approving avionics system deliverables from vendors and suppliers. Systematized operation standards and testing manuals for production of avionics system. Led architecture reviews and validation of embedded software solutions. Validated test cases, test procedures and test report for evaluation of software using LDRA tool. Conducted 2 Environmental Stress Screenings and 1 EMC test for system qualification. Supported integration of system with Mission Computer and resolved issues faced by the client. Led the AS9100 audit for quality management system for VACS system team. Mentored technical teams, contributing to operational efficiencies and product quality. Demonstrated system functionality to customers and potential customers in 4 exhibitions.
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Software Engineer

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedNov 2013 - Dec 2015 • 2 yrs 2 mosGathered requirements from key stakeholders to extend system life (Obsolescence Management) and to enter 2 new platforms. Implemented requirements to align with the existing system and defined change architecture. Tested new changes in lab and at the customer facility to ensure working and system integration. Conducted environmental tests to validate the change and regression tests to validate changes. Tested squelch scheme in assembly language and improved the ranges of helicopters by 200% (Patent No: IN 525444). Led the certification activities of the change with IVVQ, Software, Operations, and Certification.
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Design Trainee

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedNov 2012 - Nov 2013 • 1 yr 1 moInvolved in the development of signal detection algorithm to detect low strength signals for cognitive radios as well as the implementation of ECC algorithm to ensure reliable wireless communication. Worked on FPGA upgrade implementing the existing Digital spread spectrum as a part of radio obsolescence management and regression testing.

Education

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National Institute of Technology Calicut

Bachelor's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering2008 - 2012

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Aerospace Software Designer | Systems Expert
With a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, I have built a robust career in software design and engineering. Currently, I am a Software Designer at Pratt & Whitney, where I focus on developing innovative software solutions for aerospace technology. Previously, I served as a Software Analyst at Thales, contributing to defense and aerospace software efficiency. My tenure at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited spanned several roles, including System and Software Engineer, where I developed a real-time speech recognition system with 98% accuracy and led architecture reviews for embedded avionics software. I also improved helicopter ranges by 200% through innovative testing and certification processes. My experience is marked by a strong focus on system integration, quality management, and mentoring technical teams, ensuring operational efficiencies and high product quality.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Top Talent like Shawn are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Shawn James

Sales & Business Development Manager • Growth Marketing Manager • Kitchener, ON, CA
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

P

Software Designer

Pratt & WhitneyAs a Software Designer, responsible for designing and developing software solutions, likely contributing to the enhancement of aerospace technology and systems.
T

Software Analyst

ThalesAug 2019 - Oct 2020 • 1 yr 3 mosAs a Software Analyst, likely involved in analyzing software requirements and ensuring the development of efficient software solutions for defense and aerospace applications.
H

System and Software Engineer

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedJan 2016 - Jun 2019 • 3 yrs 6 mosDeveloped real-time speech recognition with speech enhancement System with 98% accuracy. Provided system-level design and validation of embedded avionics software, adhering to DO-178B standards. Responsible for testing and approving avionics system deliverables from vendors and suppliers. Systematized operation standards and testing manuals for production of avionics system. Led architecture reviews and validation of embedded software solutions. Validated test cases, test procedures and test report for evaluation of software using LDRA tool. Conducted 2 Environmental Stress Screenings and 1 EMC test for system qualification. Supported integration of system with Mission Computer and resolved issues faced by the client. Led the AS9100 audit for quality management system for VACS system team. Mentored technical teams, contributing to operational efficiencies and product quality. Demonstrated system functionality to customers and potential customers in 4 exhibitions.
H

Software Engineer

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedNov 2013 - Dec 2015 • 2 yrs 2 mosGathered requirements from key stakeholders to extend system life (Obsolescence Management) and to enter 2 new platforms. Implemented requirements to align with the existing system and defined change architecture. Tested new changes in lab and at the customer facility to ensure working and system integration. Conducted environmental tests to validate the change and regression tests to validate changes. Tested squelch scheme in assembly language and improved the ranges of helicopters by 200% (Patent No: IN 525444). Led the certification activities of the change with IVVQ, Software, Operations, and Certification.
H

Design Trainee

Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedNov 2012 - Nov 2013 • 1 yr 1 moInvolved in the development of signal detection algorithm to detect low strength signals for cognitive radios as well as the implementation of ECC algorithm to ensure reliable wireless communication. Worked on FPGA upgrade implementing the existing Digital spread spectrum as a part of radio obsolescence management and regression testing.

Education

N

National Institute of Technology Calicut

Bachelor's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering2008 - 2012

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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