Dimitar Mihaylov Ph.D.
About Dimitar Mihaylov Ph.D.
Dimitar Mihaylov Ph.D. is the Manager of Vehicle Engineering Quality at MBTA, with extensive experience in vehicle and aircraft maintenance, project management, and quality assurance.
Current Role at MBTA
Dimitar Mihaylov Ph.D. has been the Manager of Vehicle Engineering Quality at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) since 2020. In this role, he ensures that rail fleet equipment meets technical quality standards. He oversees the development and implementation of technical criteria for quality management, coordinates with staff and consultants, and analyzes survey reports, schematics, blueprints, and maintenance manuals. He also plays a critical role in developing training programs and enforcing QA/QC policies to identify quality and safety issues.
Previous Role at NCTD
Before joining MBTA, Dimitar Mihaylov served as the Vehicles Mechanical Officer for both bus and rail divisions at the North County Transit District (NCTD) in Oceanside, California, from 2018 to 2019. During his one-year tenure, he was responsible for maintenance operations and ensuring that quality standards were upheld across the fleet. His role required coordinating with various departments to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Experience at Siemens
Dimitar Mihaylov worked at Siemens OOD Bulgaria, Siemens OOO Russia, and Siemens SII USA from 2005 to 2018. During his 13-year tenure, he held multiple roles, including Director of Affiliate Branches and Overhaul Project Manager. He was instrumental in coordinating multimillion transit projects, developing financial models for project implementation, and creating decision-making processes. His extensive experience included ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
Educational Background
Dimitar Mihaylov holds multiple degrees from notable institutions. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Economics and Industrial Management from Varna Free University 'Chernorizets Hrabar.' Additionally, he achieved a Master of Science in Business Administration from the same university. He also holds a Master of Science in Aircraft and Powerplant Technology from the Air Force Academy, Bulgaria. This diverse educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in engineering quality management.
Role at Ministry of Defense and Education
From 1989 to 2002, Dimitar Mihaylov worked as a Maintenance Technician and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer A&P at the Ministry of Defense in Dobrich, Bulgaria. Following this, he transitioned to the Ministry of Education, where he served as a Teacher and Deputy Director from 2003 to 2005 in Varna, Bulgaria. These roles equipped him with hands-on technical experience and leadership skills, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of maintenance and project management.