Mattia Nardi
Head Of Laboratory And Experimental Tests
Gilching - Argelsried
Summary
Aerospace engineer with multidisciplinary skills in the field of testing, rig/capability development and electromechanical systems development for aerospace & defence plus some industrial/automotive applications. 18+ years of experience in the aerospace industry with roles including: Test Engineer (Umbra-Group, 6 years), Head of Testing and Prototype Assembly (Umbra-Group, 7 years), EMA (Electromechanical Actuation Systems) and R&D Project Lead (Umbra-Group Italy & UCI USA, 8 years), Team Leader for Structure and Environmental Tests (Lilium, 3+ years), Head of Laboratory and Experimental Tests (Lilium, 2 years)
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
15
15
Certifications
Work History
Head Of Laboratory and Experiment Tests
Lilium e-Aircraft
10.2022
- Responsible to lead the whole Lilium test group, established to conduct quick, professional and comprehensive R&T, validation, and verification testing for components, systems, and the entire aircraft
- Manager of a team of over 90+ engineers, leveraging internal expertise and external partnerships with renowned institutions such as DLR, Element, and IABG
- Spearheaded the development of state-of-the-art testing capabilities, with 80% of tests conducted in-house
- Responsible for planning and controlling of a budget of 40m+ (excluding resources) and report directly to the CTO, CPM and often the CEO.
Team Leader, Structural and Environmental Tests
Lilium e-Aircraft
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Responsible to coordinate a team of test engineers with the main goal of deliver fast, high quality and meaningful test results/evidences in support of the whole Validation and Verification strategy of a unique e-VTOL aircraft through the whole development process focusing on structure (mainly but not only CFPR parts/assemblies) as well as environmental effect (as per DO160 and custom requirements) on complex systems.
Head of test and prototype assembly organization
UmbraGroup S.p.A
01.2012 - 04.2019
- End-to-end test management across various project phases
- Multidisciplinary team leadership and coordination
- Requirements analysis and strategy development
- Process improvement and implementation guidance
- Project monitoring and performance evaluation
- Budget management and resource allocation
- Testing deliverables and documentation oversight
Complex System - Hardware and Software project lead
Umbra Cuscinetti International
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Hardware and Software design of a complex six axis redundant high power automation system based on Electromechanical Brushless Actuators 'EMA' for a new naval application
- Management of a team of engineers focused on the specific project.
Test Engineer
UmbraGroup S.p.A
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Test execution, needed documents production (Procedures, reports, power point presentation,..)
- Test system design (Hardware, Software, Electronic)
- Software Development for testing processes (labview, firmware, basic, assembly, C, C++, VisualBasic) Electronic circuit design
- Test results advanced analysis and critical post processing.
Education
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Universita´ La Sapienza
Rome 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Electronic And Telecommunication - Leonardo DaVinc
Foligno (PG) - Italy 04.2001 -
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Team Management
Supervision and leadership
Multitasking Abilities
Budget Management
Microsoft Office
Hands-On Testing Experience
Coaching
Broad Experience in Aerospace Testing
Experience in Test Software Development
Experience in Automation
Experience in Electromechanical Systems Development
Current Role
Lilium e-Aircraft, Head Of Laboratory and Experiment Tests, 10/2022, still present, Claude-Dornier Str. 1, Building 335, Wessling, 82234, Germany, Responsible to lead the whole Lilium test group, established to conduct quick, professional and comprehensive R&T, validation, and verification testing for components, systems, and the entire aircraft. Manager of a team of over 90+ engineers, leveraging internal expertise and external partnerships with renowned institutions such as DLR, Element, and IABG. Spearheaded the development of state-of-the-art testing capabilities, with 80% of tests conducted in-house. Responsible for planning and controlling of a budget of 40m+ (excluding resources) and report directly to the CTO, CPM and often the CEO.
Certification
Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Linkedinprofile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattia-nardi-21498652/
About Mattia
Dedicated engineer with a passion for continuous learning and efficiency. Highly organized and results-oriented, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Collaborate effectively in both team and individual settings, inspiring colleagues through support and enthusiasm. Enjoy a variety of hobbies and sports, including flying, diving, snowboarding, fishing, swimming, mountain biking, electronics design, software programming, RC airplanes, and guitar. Open to travel and learning new languages.
Personal Information
Nationality: Italian
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)
Publications
- Development of a measurement system to test the efficiency of electrical generators for energy recovery on aircraft actuators, http://www.ieeeexplore.ws/document/6586910/?reload=true
- Power absorption optimization in electromechanical primary flight controls actuators via control law design,
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8442734
- Development and Experimental Testing of a Health Monitoring System of Electro-Mechanical Actuators for Small Airplanes
Timeline
Head Of Laboratory and Experiment Tests
Lilium e-Aircraft
10.2022
Team Leader, Structural and Environmental Tests
Lilium e-Aircraft
05.2019 - 10.2022
Complex System - Hardware and Software project lead
Umbra Cuscinetti International
05.2016 - 09.2016
Head of test and prototype assembly organization
UmbraGroup S.p.A
01.2012 - 04.2019
Test Engineer
UmbraGroup S.p.A
01.2006 - 01.2012
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Universita´ La Sapienza
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Electronic And Telecommunication - Leonardo DaVinc
04.2001 -