Abdikadir Aden
Burnsville,MN
Summary
Highly skilled Electrical Engineer with strong experience in systems engineering, system integration, verification & validation (V&V), avionics testing, electrical design, and data-bus analysis. Proven track record supporting B-52 avionics upgrades, CONECT, OAS, and SIL testing within complex aerospace and defense environments. Strong background in AutoCAD Electrical, MIL-STD-1553, J1939 CAN communication, requirements development, configuration management, and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Adept at diagnosing system issues, improving reliability, and ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards. Holds an Active Secret Clearance and excels in fast-paced engineering projects requiring precision and accountability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Engineer (Sys Integr, Ver & Validation)
Boeing
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Validation and Verification (V&V) of Complex Aerospace Systems.
- Developed and refined system and software requirements for FQT and IQT phases, ensuring traceability and compliance with program and customer specifications.
- Executed system-level integration tests for avionics subsystems, validating performance, timing, and functional behavior across complex aerospace platforms.
- Performed detailed analysis of MIL-STD-1553 bus data and avionics communication logs using Qmerge, Parcel, and ICD references.
- Conducted root-cause analysis by identifying data mismatches, timing issues, and interface defects; collaborated with software and hardware teams to implement corrective actions.
- Supported the modernization of B-52 aircraft systems, including CONECT, OAS, mission systems, communication systems, and navigation interfaces.
- Conducted System Integration Lab (SIL) testing to evaluate system readiness prior to flight and field deployment.
- Utilized DOORS for requirement tracking; Jira for defect management and test execution; Confluence for technical documentation.
- Maintained configuration discipline using CMPRO and managed change requests through ClearQuest.
- Used Sherlock for avionics diagnostics, anomaly detection, and reliability assessments.
Electrical Engineer
New Flyer
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Electrical Design and Documentation: Developed and documented electrical systems for buses and coaches using AutoCAD and specialized equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Engineering Change Management: Reviewed and implemented Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to facilitate seamless production transitions, and provided ongoing support throughout the process.
- Testing and Troubleshooting: Conducted J1939 communication testing to enhance system reliability and robustness; identified and resolved electrical issues during manufacturing and operation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with multidisciplinary teams to address design challenges, recommend improvements, and optimize electrical systems for performance, cost, and reliability.
- Project Management: Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and project objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05.2022
Skills
CONECT and OAS systems
QMerge, CMPRO, and ClearQuest
AC, BD, SS, and RR bus 1553
DOORS, Jira, and Confluence
AutoCAD Electrical
Ladder logic programming
LabVIEW and debugging
C, C#, and Oracle programming
Power systems analysis
Failure analysis techniques
Simulink modeling
Teamcenter integration
NI Multisim simulation
Timeline
Systems Engineer (Sys Integr, Ver & Validation)
Boeing
07.2023 - 02.2025
Electrical Engineer
New Flyer
11.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of North Dakota