Fazel Farahmand, PhD
About Fazel Farahmand, PhD
Fazel Farahmand, PhD, serves as the Head of Propulsion and Dynamic Systems at Supernal and has extensive experience in the automotive and aerospace industries. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies, including Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems, Karma Automotive, and General Atomics.
Current Role at Supernal
Fazel Farahmand, PhD, serves as the Head of Propulsion and Dynamic Systems at Supernal since 2023. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of propulsion systems, contributing to advancements in aerospace technology. His expertise in dynamic systems plays a crucial role in the company's mission to innovate within the aviation sector.
Previous Experience in Automotive Engineering
Fazel Farahmand has held several significant positions in the automotive industry. He served as the Senior Vice President of Engineering at Karma Automotive from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he was the Director of Powertrain Controls Systems Software and Calibration at the same company from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes a role as Lead Powertrain Engineer at Arrivo - The Arrival Company from 2017 to 2018 and as Vice President of Powertrain at Karma Automotive from 2022 to 2023.
Educational Background
Fazel Farahmand completed his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology from 1996 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Manitoba between 2003 and 2005. He culminated his academic journey with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from The University of British Columbia, which he completed from 2005 to 2009.
Diverse Industry Experience
Fazel Farahmand possesses extensive experience across various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, military, software, energy, oil, and gas. His career includes leadership roles that demonstrate his adaptability and broad expertise. He has worked in both large corporations and startups, showcasing a versatile skill set that is applicable in multiple contexts.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Fazel Farahmand has a history of entrepreneurial involvement, having co-founded Thorux, where he served as CTO from 2018 to 2021. This experience reflects his strong entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate within the technology sector. His ventures highlight his commitment to advancing engineering solutions in various industries.