Aerospace Engineer

João Gaspar

Aerospace engineer with an electronics foundation.

M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering (Aerodynamics & Propulsion) with a B.Sc. in Electronics Engineering. Bridging computational aerodynamics, flight simulation, and embedded systems to build complete engineering solutions.

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João Gaspar

Aerospace Engineer  ·  M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering · B.Sc. Electronics Engineering

Passionate about the intersection of aerodynamics, flight simulation, and computational engineering. With a background in both theoretical and applied aerospace research, I bring analytical precision and a systems-thinking mindset to every project — from wind-tunnel test campaigns to full six-degree-of-freedom flight simulators.

Engineering Toolbox

Programming Languages

MATLAB Python C/C++

Simulation & Modelling

Simulink STAR-CCM+ LabVIEW

CFD & Aerodynamics

STAR-CCM+ XFLR5 XFOIL

Design & CAD

SolidWorks

Electronics & Embedded

PCB Design Embedded Systems Instrumentation Signal Acquisition

Languages

Portuguese — Native English — C1 (CAE)

Curriculum Vitae

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Education

M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering

Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon

Aerodynamics and Propulsion specialisation. Key subjects: Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics, Helicopters, CFD, Aircraft Optimisation, Electric Propulsion, Project Management. Thesis: Computational Investigation of Spacecraft Recovery via Rotary Wings: A Study on Autorotation.

B.Sc. Electronics Engineering

Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon

Key subjects: Digital Systems, Communications Systems, Embedded Systems, Instrumentation & Signal Acquisition, Micro and Nanoelectronics, Computer Networks, Automatic Control, Electronic Devices.

Experience

Scholarship

ROB9-16 & Project "Oeiras Educa" · IST

Led STEM workshops for thousands of children under the ROB9-16 programme. Collaborated with Câmara Municipal de Oeiras to develop educational programmes, lectures, and student projects.

Electrical Engineer

Técnico Fuel Cell

Development of a telemetry system for a hydrogen-powered car for the Shell Eco-Marathon competition. Skills: electronics, PCB design, circuits and systems design, laboratory work.

Volunteering

Mentor

NAPE · IST

Welcomed and integrated new students into the school community.

Tutor — "Salas de Estudo Online"

Núcleo de Desenvolvimento Académico · IST

Provided personalised classes for first-year students, supporting project work and exam preparation.

Certifications

Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)

Cambridge Assessment English

First Certificate in English (FCE)

Cambridge Assessment English