David Ferrante
About David Ferrante
David Ferrante is a Control System Engineer at Belcan, where he has worked since 2021. He has experience in mentoring new engineers and has previously held positions in research and project management at Saint Louis University and Champaign Aviation Museum.
Work at Belcan
David Ferrante has been employed at Belcan as a Control System Engineer since 2021. In this role, he has managed the onboarding and mentorship of new controls engineers, contributing to the development of the engineering team. His responsibilities include utilizing AGILE software development methodology for significant projects, specifically focusing on sustainable engines. He has worked on projects exceeding $250 million, applying C++ embedded programming to enhance engine logic and performance.
Education and Expertise
David Ferrante earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Saint Louis University, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in control systems engineering. His expertise includes developing and executing test cases for control system software and tuning control loops for power electronic products, such as converters and inverters.
Background
Before joining Belcan, David Ferrante held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Engineering Research Assistant at Saint Louis University from 2020 to 2021, where he gained practical experience in engineering research. Additionally, he served as a Senior Volunteer Staff member at Champaign Aviation Museum from 2018 to 2019 and as a FSAE Project Manager at Saint Louis University from 2018 to 2020, where he managed projects related to Formula SAE.
Achievements
David Ferrante has made significant contributions to sustainable engine projects, including improving and testing engine logic for compatibility and performance. He has developed control algorithms and verified their effectiveness in various applications. His work in tuning control loops has been essential for the performance of power electronic products, showcasing his technical skills and commitment to engineering excellence.