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Alkan ISERI

Lead System Design Engineer
Istanbul
Alkan ISERI

Summary

Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience in aerospace systems, including fuel system design, CFD analysis, 1D modeling, wind tunnel testing, and instrumentation. Skilled in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), data analysis, and project management methodologies (Agile, Kanban). Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, conduct validation testing, and deliver results in complex aerospace projects.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
9
Certificates
3
Languages

Work History

Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI

System Engineer
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Design, simulate, and validate advanced fuel systems, including feed, transfer, and quantity measurement subsystems
  • Apply MBSE methodologies for system definition and traceability
  • Perform 1D modeling and analysis to optimize fuel systems, improving aircraft performance and subsystem efficiency by 10% over one year
  • Automate test and simulation workflows using Python to enhance efficiency and reduce validation time
  • Participate in simulation-based and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validation, integration, and change management processes with multidisciplinary teams

Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI

CFD Modelling and Simulation Engineer
10.2023 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Performed high-fidelity Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations of fluid flow and fuel storage systems for the 5th generation fighter aircraft
  • Developed, validated, and optimized numerical models to accurately predict fluid behavior and system performance
  • Collaborated with design and engineering teams to integrate CFD insights into product development, improving design efficiency and overall system performance

Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI

Wind Tunnel Test Engineer
08.2021 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Led over 10 wind tunnel test campaigns in two years, integrating multiple disciplines to successfully validate aircraft aerodynamic performance.
  • Managed test preparation, instrumentation setup, and sensor calibration activities.
  • Collected and analyzed aerodynamic data using pressure sensors and strain gauges.
  • Collaborated with aerodynamics and design teams to define objectives and provide post-test recommendations for design improvements.

Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI

Engineering Development Program Trainee
03.2021 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Selected for a competitive aircraft design and integration program; trained in aviation fundamentals and systems engineering
  • Designed, prototyped, and flight-tested a UAV within 4 months, achieving a successful 10-minute test flight and demonstrating cross-disciplinary system integration skills.

Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI

Long Term Engineering Intern
11.2019 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Completed a long-term aerospace internship, gaining hands-on experience in MRB operations, structural repair design, and aircraft repair workflow.

Ford Otosan

Summer Intern
07.2018 - 07.2018

Job overview

  • Investigated disturbed airflow in an automotive paint booth and conducted CFD simulations to optimize production efficiency.

The Ministry of Natinal Defence Gölcük Naval Shipyard

Summer Intern
07.2017 - 07.2017

Job overview

  • Observed and analyzed manufacturing and machining processes for naval components, gaining hands-on experience in defense industry production, maintenance, and assembly workflows

Education

Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey

Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001

University Overview

  • 3,22 GPA
  • Thesis Statement: Numerical Analysis of a Typical Lacquer Booth Which is Used in the Automotive Industry
  • Publication: A. İşeri And Ş. Başkaya, "Numerical analysis of a typical lacquer booth which is used in the automotive industry," II International Ankara Conf. of Scientific Research , Ankara, Turkey, pp.326-341, 2020
  • Competition: 2018 Tübitak Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Competition, Team Pilot and Designer

Lodz University of Technology
Poland, Lodz

Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001

University Overview

  • 3,08 GPA
  • Erasmus+ Student

Skills

Wind Tunnel Testing

Software

Simcenter Amesim

Simcenter Starccm

Microsoft Visio

IBM Doors

Ansys Spaceclaim

Python

3D Experience CATIA

Power BI

Excel

Certification

Siemens - Introduction to Model Based System Engineering

Interests

Digital Twin & Data Driven System Design

Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE)

Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Technology

Hydroponics Agriculture & Engineering Solutions

Timeline

Google - Agile Project Management

09-2025

Google - Project Execution: Running the Project

08-2025

Google - Project Planning: Putting It All Together

08-2025

Google - Project Initiation: Starting a Succesfull Project

07-2025

Google - Foundation of Project Management

06-2025

Siemens - Introduction to Model Based System Engineering

01-2025

Coursera - Excel Essentials for Data Analytics

07-2024

McKinsey Forward Program

07-2024

Coursera - Data Analytics Essentials

06-2024
System Engineer
Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI
01.2024 - Current
CFD Modelling and Simulation Engineer
Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI
10.2023 - 11.2024
Wind Tunnel Test Engineer
Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI
08.2021 - 10.2023
Engineering Development Program Trainee
Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI
03.2021 - 07.2021
Long Term Engineering Intern
Turkish Aerospace Industries , TAI
11.2019 - 05.2020
Summer Intern
Ford Otosan
07.2018 - 07.2018
Summer Intern
The Ministry of Natinal Defence Gölcük Naval Shipyard
07.2017 - 07.2017
Gazi University
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001
Lodz University of Technology
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001

Languages

Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Alkan ISERILead System Design Engineer