George Sideris

About George Sideris

Embedded systems technical expert with 20+ years of hands on experience in analog and digital hardware, microcontroller firmware and GUI software. Substantial experience in utilizing embedded systems in RF circuits. Cost focused, self-motivated R&D technology creator with management experience in establishing and leading new teams in local and remote locations. Outstanding organizational abilities and work methods, meets strict deadlines and cost targets. Highly developed problem solving skills, innovative, conscientious and co-operative with colleagues and customers. High performer with professional attitude, committed to the team and project. Detail oriented, self-confident and always ready to take ownership. Highly capable in building and maintaining effective relationships with customers and suppliers. MANAGERIAL SKILLS:Experienced in building and leading various global technical teams. Director and/or manager of the following teams: Microelectronics, Digital Hardware, Embedded Software and PCB Design.R&D Project Management, fostering creativity and innovation on advanced technology projectsTechnical mentor and role model of the engineering team. Always leading by example.Expert in cost management, design efficiency, time to market and schedule attainment.Assertive negotiator with suppliers and vendors.TECHNICAL SKILLS:Experienced in multiple technical roles such as Technical Lead, Project Engineer, Systems Engineer and Design Engineer.Embedded systems R&D professional with vast experience in design of embedded firmware and hardware systems, including all associated analogue and digital electronics.Design and Develop computer based software (using MS Visual C++) for product GUI and ATE DLLsDevelop and define product specifications in accordance with the customer requirementsAntenna Line Devices system architect with HW and SW design experience on TMAs and RETsDesign experience in linear/switching power supply, EMI, ESD and lightning strike protection solutions for RF base station subsystems.AREA of TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:Design RF VSWR and Power monitors for use in complex RF modulation systems Develop optimised digital filter algorithms for 8/32-bit micro-controllersDesign of real-time digital control systems for telecommunication subsystemsDevelop HW and SW tools to perform calibration/electronic setup/routine diagnostic of embedded subsystemsDesign and develop automated product characterization and validation test platforms/solutionsImprove NPI process by introducing automation, modularization and standardization

Experience

1. Chief Engineer

   Safran Defense & Space, Inc. Optronics

   Jan 2023 — Present · Bedford, NH, US

Education

• University of Bradford

  Master of Science (MSc), Real Time Power Electronics and Control Systems

  1997 — 1998

• Technological Education Institute of Piraeus

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electronics

  1993 — 1997

Skills

• Testing
• Embedded Software
• System Design
• Rf Design
• Digital Electronics
• Network Analyzer
• Systems Engineering
• Semiconductors
• Rf Engineering
• Systems Design
• Signal Integrity
• Power Supplies
• Pcb Design
• Hardware
• Mixed Signal
• Rf Circuits
• Circuit Design
• Firmware
• Spectrum Analyzer
• Engineering Management
• Electronics
• Telecommunications
• Embedded Systems
• 3gpp
• Microcontrollers
• Research and Development (R&D)
• Digital Signal Processors
• Mobile Communications
• Analog Circuit Design
• Analog
• R&D
• Simulations
• Hardware Architecture
• Schematic Capture
• Engineering
• Wireless