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Ahmet Yigit

Ahmet Yigit

System Analyst & Software Engineer | Project Manager
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Summary

Experienced System Analyst and Project Manager with 15+ years in defense and aerospace industries. Specialized in tactical data link systems, mission computing systems, and agile project management. Proven track record in leading multinational teams, managing complex defense projects, and implementing software engineering best practices. PhD in Information Systems with expertise in computer vision and AI.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

System Analyst / Software Engineer

NATO AEW&C Force
02.2018 - Current

Mission 11 and CONNECT Project

  • Lead project teams of 12 engineers implementing mission management system upgrades to enhance operational capabilities
  • Manage full project lifecycle processes using Agile for software development and V-Model for system engineering
  • Implement and integrate XMPP-based IP Chat capability to the NATO E3-A system
  • Oversee configuration management, information assurance accreditation, and mission analysis software development
  • Technologies: Agile methodologies, JIRA, Bit Bucket GIT, MS Project

Multi Sensor Integration (MSI) System

  • Collaborate with Airbus Defense Systems on MSI enhancements using knowledge-based AI for automated tracking and identification
  • Analyze engineering changes against E-3A system requirements and operational needs
  • Manage subcontractor relationships, prioritize deliverables, and ensure on-time product delivery
  • Technologies: Ada 95, C++, CORBA, DOORS, MSI Display Tool, JIRA, Bit Bucket

Technical Manager / Senior Software Engineer

HAVELSAN
01.2005 - 12.2017

Tactical Datalinks Management Center (TDLMC) for Turkish Armed Forces (2015-2017)

  • Served as Technical Manager and Product Manager for Multi-TDL Network Planning tools
  • Led 30-person cross-functional engineering team using Agile methodologies
  • Coordinated with multiple subcontractors including Altay Software, Defense, and IBM
  • Analyzed customer requirements, defined features, and developed technical specifications

GENESIS-ADVENT Project for Turkish Naval Forces (2014-2017)

  • Designed and implemented Link 11 SIMPLE protocol for combat management system
  • Developed system requirements for Link 16 Network Management
  • Designed and implemented XMPP-based chat application with integration into combat management system

HASAT Project (2013-2014)

  • Developed image processing algorithms for satellite and UAV data analysis
  • Implemented operational management software integrating Electro Optic image processing

Aircraft Health Monitoring Project (2011-2012)

  • Designed and developed ARINC 717 Hardware Adaptation software

Peace Eagle Project

  • Worked on Link 11/16 processing, MIDS LVT 1 Platform, and troubleshooting
  • Supported test and training activities for Turkish Air Forces in Konya
  • Analyzed and resolved software bugs and performance issues
  • Redesigned system reducing runtime from 240 to 10 seconds
  • Implemented MIL-STD-188-184 and RS422 hardware adapter
  • Developed complex radar algorithms
  • Technologies: Team Foundation Server, MS Project, DOORS, Enterprise Architect, MS Visio, STANAG 5516/5511/5518/5522, Java, C++, ACE, 1553 interface, MIDS LVT 1 terminal, Link 11 DTS terminal, BallardTech ARINC 717 card, C#, .NET Framework, ArcGIS, Unix Socket Programming

Education

PhD - Information Systems

Middle East Technical University
01.2010 - 1 2016

M.Sc. - Information Systems

Middle East Technical University
01.2006 - 1 2010

B.Sc. - Computer Engineering

Middle East Technical University
01.2000 - 1 2005

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • Programming Languages: C, Java, C#, Ada 95
  • Frameworks & Tools: ACE, CORBA, NET Framework
  • Project Management: JIRA, MS Project, Team Foundation Server, Git
  • Systems Engineering: DOORS, Enterprise Architect
  • Standards: STANAG 5516/5511/5518/5522, MIL-STD-498, MIL-STD-1472

Management Skills:

  • Agile Project Management
  • Systems Engineering
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk Management

Certification

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)

Publications

  • A. Yigit and A. Temizel, Individual and Group Tracking with the Evaluation of Social Interaction, IET Computer Vision, 12/01/16
  • A. Yigit, A. Temizel, Particle Filter Based Conjoint Individual-Group Tracker (CIGT), Activity Monitoring by Multiple Distributed Sensing Workshop, IEEE International Conference on Advanced Video and Signal Based Surveillance (AVSS), 08/01/15
  • C. Beyan, A. Yigit, and A. Temizel, Fusion of thermal- and visible-band video for abandoned object detection, J. Electron. Imaging, 01/01/11
  • A. Yigit & A. Temizel, Abandoned Object Detection Using Thermal and Visible Band Image Fusion, IEEE 18th Signal Processing, Communication and Applications Conference, 01/01/10

Honors And Awards

  • Certificate of Pride from Boeing
  • Certificate of commendation from Ministry of Defense of Turkish Republic

Timeline

System Analyst / Software Engineer

NATO AEW&C Force
02.2018 - Current

PhD - Information Systems

Middle East Technical University
01.2010 - 1 2016

M.Sc. - Information Systems

Middle East Technical University
01.2006 - 1 2010

Technical Manager / Senior Software Engineer

HAVELSAN
01.2005 - 12.2017

B.Sc. - Computer Engineering

Middle East Technical University
01.2000 - 1 2005
Ahmet YigitSystem Analyst & Software Engineer | Project Manager