Kirupakar J
Lead Security Architect - Honeywell Aerospace| Cyber Research | Avionics Sys | Aerospace IoT | Edge AI | PhD Candidate - Quantum & AI Security, 160 US & 93 International patents, ~680 Citations, H-Index/I-10 Index 10
- Role
- Lead Cybersecurity Architect at Honeywell Technologies
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kirupakar J
Lead Security Architect in Cyber Aerospace with 16+ years of experience in end-to-end research and development of advanced avionics platforms, connected aircraft and Edge AI systems. Currently serving as Lead Cyber Security Architect at Honeywell Aerospace Research & Development center in Phoenix, Arizona, responsible for leading critical research in the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies into next generation aerospace products and services from a cybersecurity perspective. Expertise in inventing and developing advanced security measures, designing next-generation architectures, and ensuring that new avionics capabilities are secure, resilient, and certifiable.Led various avionics functions related to Honeywell Primus Epic Avionics Platform—certified on Gulfstream G650ER/G700, Dassault Falcon Jets, and Embraer E1/E2 aircraft—which has been integral to multiple international honors such as the Collier Trophy and Aviation Week Laureate Awards, as well as the Next Generation Anthem Avionics Suite for business jets, supersonic aircraft, and Urban Air Mobility(UAM)’s. Led the design of core Flight Management System (FMS) capabilities including Touchscreen Controller (TSC) integration, multi-sensor navigation functions (GPS/IRS), MagVar and NavDB/ARINC-424 frameworks, enabling resilient navigation and intuitive pilot workflows. Invented and led the development of industry first, modern Connected FMS architecture, enabling real time safety and efficiency applications through the cloud and EFB, resulting in 27 U.S. patents and revenue-generating OEM engagements with Gulfstream, Dassault and Airbus.Have led multiple Aerospace NPI’s & Advance Tech programs in Honeywell with 160 US and 93 International patents filed, 42 US and 31 International patents got granted with ~680 forward citations (H-Index & I-10 Index - 10) creating huge impact with the global research community. Expertise in applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Aero IoT systems.Hold’s double Masters in AI & IoT Security, completing PhD in AI & Quantum Security in Q4 2025.Recipient of the Outstanding Engineer Award (2023), Growth Champion Award (2022), and All Rounder Award. Honored as a Prolific Innovator in the Aerospace domain for three consecutive years. Listed in “Inspiring Heroes Series 3” published by CTO Office. Recipient of the HGS - 2025 Q1 Cyber Innovation Award from Chief Security Officer.Expertise in DO-178B/C, DO-326A, DO-355, and DO-356A compliance, avionics IoT security, edge AI, flight management systems, and flight efficiency solutions.
Experience
Lead Cybersecurity Architect
Aug 2025 — Present
Education
Thiagarajar College of Engineering
MS By Research, IIoT Systems & Cybersecurity using Machine Learning
Thiagarajar College of Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, IIoT Systems & Cybersecurity using Machine Learning
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Master's Degree, Software Systems
2008 — 2010
Anna University Chennai
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Engineering
2002 — 2006
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