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Islamabad, Pakistan
I am a Mechanical Engineer and Certified CAD professional with over three years of experience in the industry. I specialize in the field of unmanned aviation and have been working as a UAV Design & Integration Engineer and UAV pilot in middle east. My strong areas are 3D CAD design, FEA structural analysis, CFD analysis, autopilot configuration, and drone flight operations. The software I use in design & development phase are SolidWorks & Fusion 360 (for CAD), XFLR5 (for aerodynamic analysis), and ANSYS (for CFD & FEA). Similarly, for UAV testing and operation, I am proficient in configuring various flight controllers, e.g., Pixhawk and in using GCS tools like Mission Planner & QGC. In a nutshell, I am your one-stop solution for all your design, development, and operational needs. I can single handedly lead a project from concept design to development.
- Drone
- Mechanical Engineering
- 3D Modeling
- Finite Element Analysis
- CAD
- 3D Printing
- SolidWorks
- Aerospace Engineering
- CFD Analysis
- Aerodynamic Analysis
- ANSYS
- Autopilot
- Drone Ground Reference Station
- Drone Videography
- Mechanical Design
- Python
- Microcontroller Programming
- C++
- Arduino
- Linux
Multan, Pakistan
I help clients build, debug, and improve UAV, robotics, and computer vision systems using PX4, ArduPilot, ROS2, Gazebo, Jetson, Pixhawk, and AI/ML tools. My work focuses on practical engineering problems such as drone simulation, flight-controller integration, autonomy pipelines, computer vision deployment, and system debugging. Whether you need help with a PX4 or ArduPilot setup, ROS2-based simulation, Jetson deployment, MAVLink communication, or AI-based perception, I can help turn your idea or broken setup into a working system. Key Expertise • UAV operations and mission planning using PX4, ArduPilot, and Pixhawk • Flight-controller setup, parameter tuning, and configuration • Custom firmware development and integration for autonomous flight systems • ROS1 / ROS2 based robotics and UAV development • Gazebo simulation and testing environments • MATLAB / Simulink for modeling, simulation, and control algorithm development • Control system design for robotics and UAV applications • Sensor integration including GPS, IMU, and onboard peripherals • Embedded firmware development using C/C++ • Microcontroller programming with Arduino, ESP32, and similar platforms • Computer Vision for object detection, tracking, image/video processing, and perception pipelines • AI / ML / DL integration for robotics, UAV autonomy, and intelligent decision systems • Edge AI deployment using platforms such as Jetson • Flight data analysis, debugging, and performance optimization Tools and technologies: PX4, ArduPilot, ROS2, Gazebo, MAVLink, Jetson, Pixhawk, QGroundControl, Python, C++, OpenCV, YOLO, MATLAB/Simulink, Unreal Engine I have hands-on 5 years' experience in UAV systems, simulation, robotics software, and vision-based applications. I focus on clear communication, practical solutions, and reliable delivery. If you need support with a drone, robotics, simulation, or computer vision project, feel free to reach out.
- Drone
- Robotics
- MATLAB
- Arduino
- Embedded System
- Mechatronics
- Drone Ground Reference Station
- Control Engineering
- Avionics
- System Automation
- Integration Testing
- Open Source
- NVIDIA Jetson
- Raspberry Pi
- Robot Operating System
Multan, Pakistan
I am an Aerospace Engineer with 6+ years of experience specializing in Aircraft Design, UAV/Drone Development, CFD, FEA, Aerodynamics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design, and Product Development. I help startups, aerospace companies, research organizations, and manufacturers transform engineering concepts into validated, manufacturable solutions through advanced design and simulation. My experience spans fixed-wing aircraft, UAVs, VTOL/eVTOL systems, propulsion integration, aircraft structures, automotive aerodynamics, turbomachinery, and industrial mechanical systems. Whether you need a complete product designed from scratch or detailed engineering validation, I deliver practical solutions backed by industry-standard analysis. My Expertise ✈️ Aircraft Conceptual & Preliminary Design ✈️ Aircraft Performance, Stability & Control ✈️ UAV, Drone & eVTOL Design ✈️ Aerodynamics & CFD Analysis ✈️ Structural Analysis & Finite Element Analysis (FEA) ✈️ Aircraft Structures & Engine Mount Design ✈️ Mechanical & Product Design ✈️ Reverse Engineering & Design Optimization ✈️ Design for Manufacturing (DFM) ✈️ Engineering Drawings & Technical Documentation CFD Services I perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for: • Aircraft & UAV Aerodynamics • Automotive Aerodynamics • Formula Student & Motorsport • Turbomachinery • Pumps & Compressors • Heat Transfer & Thermal Management • Internal & External Flow Analysis • Combustion & Propulsion Systems Typical deliverables include pressure and velocity contours, streamlines, lift and drag calculations, pressure drop, thermal analysis, mesh independence studies, and engineering reports. FEA & Structural Analysis I perform structural simulations using industry-standard methods for: • Aircraft Structures • Engine Mounts • Wings & Control Surfaces • Mechanical Components • Pressure Vessels • Automotive Parts • Composite Structures • 3D Printed Components Services include Static Structural Analysis, Modal Analysis, Fatigue Analysis, Buckling Analysis, Thermal Stress Analysis, Contact Analysis, Topology Optimization, and Design Validation. UAV & Drone Engineering: I have hands-on experience designing UAV systems for surveillance, mapping, agriculture, inspection, and payload delivery. My expertise includes airframe design, payload integration, flight controller integration, autonomous systems, and rapid prototyping using 3D printing. Software ANSYS Fluent • ANSYS CFX • ANSYS Mechanical • ICEM CFD • Abaqus • SolidWorks • CATIA V5 • AutoCAD • COMSOL Multiphysics • MATLAB • Simulink • XFLR5 • JavaFoil • Advanced Aircraft Analysis (AAA) • Raymer Design Software (RDS) • ArduPilot • PX4 • Mission Planner • QGroundControl I am committed to delivering accurate engineering analysis, optimized designs, clear communication, and high-quality technical documentation. Whether you need Aircraft Design, UAV Development, CFD, FEA, Aerodynamics, Mechanical Design, Product Development, or Engineering Consulting, I am ready to help turn your ideas into reliable engineering solutions.
- Drone
- CFD Analysis
- Finite Element Analysis
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- ANSYS
- Design for Manufacturing
- Aerospace Engineering
- COMSOL Multiphysics
- Product Design
- Drone Ground Reference Station
- Aerodynamic Analysis
- Avionics
- Engineering Design
Islamabad, Pakistan
I specialize in developing intelligent, flight-ready UAV and Aerial Robotics systems. From high-speed FPV interceptors to heavy-lift Multicopters and Fixed-Wing Planes, I take concepts from CAD design to fully autonomous deployment. As the CEO of Mach Alpha, I bring over 7 years of experience in Aerospace Engineering, combining robust airframe design with advanced AI and Computer Vision capabilities. I don't just build drones that fly; I build robotic systems that see, track, and execute complex missions. 🚀 CORE COMPETENCIES 1. Advanced UAV, Multicopter & Plane Design High-Speed FPV & Interceptors: Designing custom frames for speeds of 150km/h+ with kinetic stability. VTOL, Multirotors & Fixed-Wing: End-to-end design of long-endurance platforms for surveillance, delivery, and mapping. Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Creating production-ready CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion 360) optimized for CNC, 3D printing, and carbon fiber molding. 2. AI, Computer Vision & Target Acquisition Real-Time Object Detection: Integrating YOLO and OpenCV for autonomous target identification and tracking. Precision Robotics: Developing algorithms for visual servoing, precision landing, and dynamic obstacle avoidance. Edge AI Integration: Deploying models on Jetson Nano/Orin and Raspberry Pi for onboard processing. 3. Flight Control & Firmware Engineering PX4 & ArduPilot Customization: Deep firmware tuning for non-standard airframes (Quadplanes, Tailsitters) and reliable autonomous missions. GCS & Telemetry: Setting up robust long-range links (ELRS/Crossfire) and custom Ground Control Stations. Simulation: Validating flight dynamics in X-Plane/Gazebo/AirSim before the first physical flight. 4. Engineering Analysis (The Science Behind the Flight) CFD & Aerodynamics: Optimizing drag/lift ratios using ANSYS/OpenFOAM to maximize battery life and range. FEA & Structural Integrity: Ensuring airframes can withstand high-G maneuvers and harsh environments. Why Partner With Me? You are hiring a Lead Aerospace Engineer, not just a freelancer. I bridge the gap between mechanical design and software intelligence. Whether you need a suicide drone (loitering munition), a security surveillance bot, or a commercial delivery VTOL, I deliver manufacturable, validated results. Let’s discuss your mission requirements—invite me to your job to see my portfolio of flight-tested systems.
- Drone
- Aerospace
- Python
- Simulink
- MATLAB
- ANSYS
- Embedded System
- Computer Vision
- Machine Learning
- CAD
- Drone Ground Reference Station
- SolidWorks
- CATIA
- CFD Analysis
- Computer Vision Software
Gujranwala, Pakistan
Gold‑medalist Computer Engineer | 6+ yrs ROS1/ROS2 Autonomy on ArduPilot & PX4 • NVIDIA Jetson & Raspberry Pi Companion Computers Aerial and Mobile Robots 🔹 Core Expertise • Full‑Stack ROS1/ROS2 Integration: Engineered modular nodes for flight control, mission planning, sensor fusion, and ground‑robot navigation. • Sensor & Avionics Fusion: Seamlessly integrated IMU, GPS, LiDAR, radar, and camera subsystems to achieve sub‑meter positioning accuracy in dynamic environments. • Real‑Time Vision & Autonomy: Deployed optimized Jetson‑based pipelines for onboard object detection, multi‑target tracking, and semantic segmentation at 30 FPS—enabling precision gimbal stabilization and adaptive zoom. • GPS‑Denied Navigation: Implemented SLAM‑based mapping and visual‑inertial odometry on edge devices to maintain reliable localization without GPS. • Advanced Path Planning: Developed global and local planners (A*, D*, Dijkstra, DWA) for mobile robots—ensuring collision‑free trajectories in cluttered spaces. • High‑Fidelity Unreal Engine Simulations: Built realistic aircraft and robotics environments in Unreal Engine to test computer vision algorithms under photorealistic lighting and physics conditions, synthetic data generation, accelerating validation of perception and autonomy systems. 🔹 Selected Achievements • 100 + Autonomous Flight Trials: Validated fixed‑wing UAV control laws under varying wind & terrain; integrated visual‑inertial odometry to achieve sub‑meter accuracy in GPS‑denied zones. • High‑Gain Antenna‑Tracker System: Designed a precision electro‑mechanical tracker for MALE UAVs—maintaining uninterrupted link with < 1 ° pointing error under 20 km range and < 2° pointing error under 200 km range. • Multi‑Robot Swarm Demo: Architected a low‑latency (sub‑5 ms) companion‑computer network synchronizing Quori humanoid, Unitree quadruped, and drones for coordinated path following. • Modular ROS Package Suite: Worked on developing SLAM, path‑planning, navigation and vision library packages. • Enhanced Gust Compensation: Fused optical‑flow and marker‑based feedback on PX4 platforms—improving disturbance rejection by 35%. 🔹 Other Experience & Certifications • Academic & Research: Presented UAV autonomy papers at IEEE ICRA and AUVSI Xponential; led university robotics club to national championships. • Certifications: ROS‑Industrial Specialist, NVIDIA Jetson AI Engineer, Certified Drone Pilot (FAA Part 107 equivalent). 🔹 Let’s Connect Ready to elevate your aerial or mobile robotics project with advanced autonomy, precision navigation, and seamless system integration? Send me a message, and let’s turn your next robotics vision into reality!
- Drone
- Python
- OpenCV
- C++
- Pygame
- Proteus Design Suite
- Robot Operating System
- STM32
- NVIDIA Jetson
- Computer Vision
- Integration Framework
- Open Source
- Unreal Engine
- QGIS
- Arduino
Islamabad, Pakistan
I design and build drones. I build autonomous robots. I integrate AI into real hardware. 7+ years of hands-on engineering across UAVs, robotics, ROS2, ArduPilot, PX4, Gazebo simulation, and custom AI product development — all done in a fully equipped personal lab with flight-tested drones and working robot prototypes. DRONE AND UAV DESIGN: - Custom multi-rotor (Quad, Hexa, Octo), fixed-wing, VTOL, FPV racing, and industrial UAVs from scratch - Pixhawk 2.4.8, 6C, 6X, 6C Mini — ArduPilot and PX4 firmware configuration and customization - Dual GPS integration (M8N, M9N, M9M), Mission Planner, QGroundControl, full field flight testing - Motor, ESC, propeller, and power system sizing for any payload requirement - 3D-printed custom frames, mounts, and enclosures KEY DRONE BUILDS: - 30kg Heavy-Lift Rescue Quadcopter — Pixhawk 6C, dual GPS, 4x 6S batteries, six-kit payload drop system, 25-45 min endurance at full load - Twin-Boom Fixed-Wing UAV — 60-inch wingspan, autonomous waypoint missions, modular payload with mini parachutes, 2nd place internationally in competition - ZD680 CanSat Deployment Quad — servo-actuated payload release at 100m, parachute-assisted satellite recovery - 300g Monocopter — single BLDC motor, 4x servo aerodynamic vanes, custom Pixhawk firmware, fully flight tested ROBOTICS AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS: - ROS2, SLAM, Nav2 — full autonomous navigation pipeline from Gazebo simulation to real hardware - Autonomous Mobile Robot — RPLidar C1, encoder odometry, ROS2 SLAM, custom 3D-printed chassis - Swarm UGVs — YOLOv5 indoor leader detection, Haversine GPS outdoor navigation, MAVLink and MQTT coordination - Combat robots — 20kg heavyweight and 5kg lightweight class, competed nationally AI AND COMPUTER VISION: - Custom YOLOv5 model training — Roboflow dataset annotation, Google Colab training pipeline - AI tracking robot on Raspberry Pi 4 — 10,000-image dataset, real-time bounding-box motion control algorithm - Precision landing algorithm for drones using computer vision Clear communication. Responds within 1 hour. Does not close a project until it works.
- Electrical Engineering
- Arduino
- Embedded System
- ESP32
- Raspberry Pi
- STM32
- Analog Electronics
- Electronic Circuit Design
- PCB Design
- PIC Programming
- Assembly Language
- Robot Operating System
- Multilayer PCB
- NVIDIA Jetson
- Aerospace Engineering
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