Bogdan Topa
About Bogdan Topa
Bogdan Topa is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical design and engineering. He has worked at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2018 and previously held a position at North American Steel Inc. for six years.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Bogdan Topa has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions as a Senior Mechanical Engineer since 2018. In this role, he is based in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. His responsibilities include supervising the manufacturing and testing of prototypes, as well as improving original designs when necessary. He has contributed to the design engineering of various military communication systems, including the 2.4M Rugged Quick Deploy military quad band antenna.
Previous Experience at North American Steel Inc.
Prior to his current position, Bogdan Topa worked at North American Steel Inc. as a Corporate Mechanical Engineer from 2012 to 2018. During his six years there, he focused on mechanical engineering tasks that contributed to the company's operations and product development. His experience in this role provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Education and Expertise
Bogdan Topa holds a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Civil Engineering Institute of Bucharest, Romania, where he studied from 1988 to 1993. He also attended Gh Lazar National College from 1983 to 1987. His educational background has equipped him with a strong understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and applications, which he has applied throughout his career.
Technical Skills and Contributions
In his engineering roles, Bogdan Topa has utilized advanced technologies such as laser devices to measure deflections during load tests. This approach allows for the verification and adjustment of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models according to material behavior under real-life conditions. He has also been actively involved in the design and calculation of components for various antenna systems, including the 3.9 Light Quick Deploy Antenna pedestal.
Significant Projects and Innovations
Throughout his career, Bogdan Topa has led the design engineering for several significant projects, including the 4.2m Selex Weather Radar Antenna and the 8.1M Ka Earth Station Antenna. He has developed new concepts and custom orders of L Band and S Band antennas for clients worldwide, showcasing his ability to innovate and meet diverse customer needs in the field of mechanical engineering.