Sean Stroud
About Sean Stroud
Sean Stroud is a Senior Control System Engineer at Belcan, specializing in controls, simulation, and testing of turbine engines. He holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware and has extensive experience in real-time simulations and automation in the aerospace sector.
Work at Belcan
Sean Stroud has been employed at Belcan as a Senior Control System Engineer since 2013. His role is based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He provides technical support to GE Aviation, focusing on controls, simulation, and testing of turbine engines. His work includes developing real-time simulations and hardware-in-the-loop configurations specifically for gas turbine engines and controls used in military jet engines and helicopters.
Education and Expertise
Sean Stroud holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware. He completed his bachelor's degree from 1986 to 1991 and his master's degree from 1991 to 1995. His educational background supports his expertise in control systems, simulation, and testing, particularly in the aerospace sector.
Background
Before joining Belcan, Sean Stroud worked as a Systems Engineer at General Dynamics from 2010 to 2013 in Healdsburg, CA. He also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Delaware from 1988 to 1991 in Newark, DE. His diverse experience in engineering roles has contributed to his current position in control systems.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Sean Stroud utilizes NPSS software, Fortran/C programming languages, and GE specialized software tools for real-time simulation of turbine engines and controls. He has experience in automating high-volume manufacturing processes and has designed and manufactured prototype devices aimed at assisting individuals with physical disabilities. Additionally, he writes requirements and detailed test procedures, documenting results using DOORS, and conducts automated data analyses using Matlab.