Biography
Kyarash is a seasoned engineer with a diverse academic background and extensive experience in various sectors of engineering. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Engineering from Kerman University in 2000, followed by a Master’s and Ph.D. in Control Systems Engineering from prestigious institutions in France, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble, and Universite Joseph Fourier, Grenoble, in 2003 and 2007, respectively.
Following his academic pursuits, Kyarash embarked on a dynamic career path that showcased his expertise in systems engineering, research, and industrial applications. He began his professional journey at Atkins Rail in London, UK, where he specialized in systems engineering, focusing on safety, security, sustainability, and risk assessment within transportation infrastructure, particularly in railways and roads.
Expanding his horizons, Kyarash transitioned to the research realm, contributing significantly to the LACM laboratory and Centre de recherche industrielle du Quebec (CRIQ) in Quebec from 2008 to 2013. During this period, his research focus was on complex dynamic systems, system of systems engineering, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement. He applied his expertise to optimize energy-intensive industrial processes, mainly in cement and pulp and paper industries.
In 2013, Kyarash joined Honeywell Aerospace, where he currently serves as a Senior Systems Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for the design and system integration of air conditioning and air supply systems (IAS) across a spectrum of aircraft types. Kyarash’s areas of interest in his role encompass model-based systems engineering, digital twins, and digital thread technologies, with a particular focus on their application in the aerospace industry.
Kyarash has been an IEEE Member since 2003, and Senior Member since 2013. He previously was the chair of Young Professional Affinity Group Quebec Section from 2012 to 2014. He is also a registered professional engineer in Ontario.
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Current Position
Chair of Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AESS) Chapter