Saran Rathakrishnan

Avionics Lead @Toronto Metropolitan Aero Design Tmad

Toronto, ON, CA

Currently leading improvements to Micro Class Avionics systems while expanding expertise in Advanced Class Avionics for SAE Aero Design competitions, with a focus on autonomous capabilities and complex sensor integration. Key Responsibilites:Creating detailed documentation and standard operating procedures for flight controller setup using INAV and ArduPilot.Integrating advanced telemetry systems, including GPS, airspeed sensors, and other onboard diagnostics to enhance flight data accuracy and reliability.Programming and testing waypoint-based autonomous missions, contributing to the team’s efforts in expanding into semi- and fully autonomous RC flight.Researching and prototyping VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) and other non-conventional aircraft configurations for future design iterations.Collaborating with airframe and propulsion teams to ensure seamless electrical and mechanical integration of avionics subsystems.

St.Marcellinus

High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

Toronto Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Aerospace Engineering