Shadie Tanious
About Shadie Tanious
Shadie Tanious is a Flight Sciences Engineer IV at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Virginia Tech and has extensive experience in flight sciences and aircraft design.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Shadie Tanious has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions as a Flight Sciences Engineer IV since 2021. In this role, he is based in Virginia, United States, where he contributes to various projects within the aerospace sector. His responsibilities include advanced flight sciences tasks, leveraging his extensive background in aerospace engineering.
Education and Expertise
Shadie Tanious holds a Master of Science (MS) in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Virginia Tech, where he studied from 2009 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in the same field from Virginia Tech, completing his undergraduate studies from 2005 to 2009. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in flight control software development, modeling and simulation, and mass properties management.
Background
Prior to his current position, Shadie Tanious worked at Composite Engineering, Inc., a Kratos Defense & Security Company, where he held the positions of Flight Sciences Engineer II and III from 2012 to 2021. He also gained experience as an Aircraft Design Engineer at AVID LLC from 2011 to 2012. Earlier in his career, he completed internships at GE Energy and AVID LLC, where he focused on aerospace engineering tasks.
Achievements
Shadie Tanious has significant experience in wind tunnel testing and instrumentation, which are critical components in aerospace engineering. His specialization in stability and control further enhances his contributions to flight sciences. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing aerospace technology through practical engineering solutions.