Vishnu Teja Vithala
About Vishnu Teja Vithala
Vishnu Teja Vithala is a Staff Systems Engineering and Systems Safety professional at Joby Aviation, specializing in systems modeling and analysis. He has extensive experience in thermal and fluid systems, having worked for notable companies such as Chrysler, Boeing, and the University of Michigan.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Vishnu Teja Vithala currently holds the position of Staff Systems Engineering and Systems Safety at Joby Aviation. He has been with the company since 2019, contributing to the development and safety of advanced aviation systems. His role involves overseeing systems engineering processes and ensuring compliance with safety standards in the design and implementation of aviation technologies. Vithala's expertise in systems modeling and analysis plays a crucial role in enhancing the reliability and performance of Joby Aviation's projects.
Previous Experience in Aerospace and Automotive Industries
Vithala has a diverse background in the aerospace and automotive sectors. He worked at Chrysler as a Powertrain Thermal Controls Engineer from 2012 to 2015, where he focused on thermal management systems. Prior to that, he was a Project Engineer at Ricardo, specializing in thermal and fluid systems for eight months in 2012. His experience also includes a role at Boeing as an Aerospace Mechatronic Systems Modeling, Simulation & Verification Engineer from 2015 to 2017, where he contributed to the modeling and verification of aerospace systems.
Research and Academic Background
Vithala studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, where he earned his M.S. degree from 2008 to 2010. His academic journey began at Osmania University, where he completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from 2004 to 2008. During his time at the University of Michigan, he worked as a Research Assistant from 2009 to 2010, gaining valuable research experience that contributed to his technical expertise in engineering.
Specialization in Systems Modeling and Simulation
Vithala specializes in modeling, simulation, and implementation of electrical actuators for force control loops, utilizing tools such as Matlab and Simulink. His expertise extends to systems modeling and analysis, particularly in flight propulsion and control systems. This specialization has been instrumental in his roles across various organizations, including his contributions to the Integrated Test Lab (ITL) for Flight Propulsion and Control Systems Verification and Validation at Joby Aviation.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Vithala began his professional journey with an internship at the Defence Research and Development Organisation from 2007 to 2008, where he gained foundational experience in engineering. Following his internship, he worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Michigan for one year. His early career also includes a position at Chrysler Group LLC as a Powertrain Modeling and Simulation Engineer from 2010 to 2012, where he further developed his skills in engineering analysis and simulation.