Rodrigo Santiago
About Rodrigo Santiago
Rodrigo Santiago is a System Engineering Manager with extensive experience in the avionics industry, having held positions at companies such as Joby Aviation, Embraer, and BOMBARDIER. He possesses a strong background in systems engineering, certification processes, and Model-Based Systems Engineering.
Current Role at Supernal
Rodrigo Santiago serves as the System Engineering Manager at Supernal, a position he has held since 2020. He operates from Irvine, California, where he oversees engineering projects and leads teams in the development of advanced systems. His role involves applying his extensive knowledge of systems engineering principles and practices to ensure the successful implementation of innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at Joby Aviation
Rodrigo worked at Joby Aviation as a Systems / Certification Engineer from 2019 to 2020. During his time in Santa Cruz, California, he contributed to the certification processes and system development, leveraging his expertise in avionics and regulatory compliance.
Background in Aerospace Engineering
Rodrigo has a robust background in aerospace engineering, having worked at Embraer from 2000 to 2009 as a Product Development Engineer focused on Automatic Flight Control Systems (AFCS). He then transitioned to BOMBARDIER, where he served as a Systems Engineer from 2009 to 2016, specializing in avionics and AFCS. His experience also includes a role at AeroTEC from 2016 to 2019, where he further developed his systems engineering skills.
Education and Expertise
Rodrigo Santiago earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Electrical Engineering from Universidade do Estado de Minas Gerais, completing his studies from 1995 to 1999. His educational background laid the foundation for his comprehensive understanding of avionics industry standards, including ARP4761, ARP4754A, DO-254, DO-178B, and DO-160.
Professional Affiliations and Knowledge
Rodrigo is a member of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), reflecting his commitment to professional development in systems engineering. He practices Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML and possesses domain knowledge in various avionics systems from leading manufacturers, including Rockwell Collins, Honeywell, and Garmin.