CREO
Berkay SEZGİN
Lead Hydraulic Design Engineer
Istanbul
Summary
Experienced in systems engineering, system architecture development, and technical project leadership within the aviation industry. Specialized in the development of aircraft systems, with in-depth knowledge of hydraulic components and aviation standards. Proficient in requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS, as well as CAD software. Strong capabilities in cross-functional collaboration, analytical thinking, and technical leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Lead Hydraulic Design Engineer
TAAC Aerospace Technologies A.Ş.
03.2025 - Current
- Provided technical leadership in the design and integration of flight control systems, focusing on hydraulic actuation and related components.
- Responsible for developing system architectures, managing system requirements, preparing and publishing technical documentation.
- Led verification and validation (V&V) activities, ensuring system-level compliance with design specifications.
- Utilized IBM DOORS for requirement management; created documentation and system schematics using MS Office and Draw.io.
- Specialized in hydraulic components including hydraulic motors, cylinders, valves, and Direct Drive Valves (DDVs), with in-depth knowledge of their operational principles and performance calculations.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contributed to technical decision-making processes throughout the project lifecycle
Hydraulic Design Engineer
TAAC Aerospace Technologies A.Ş.
05.2023 - 03.2025
Expert Design Engineer
Hema Industry
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Served as technical lead in various aerospace design projects, overseeing end-to-end systems engineering activities.
- Actively involved in the development of system architecture, requirement management, technical documentation, and integration planning.
- Created 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings using Creo, supporting mechanical design and documentation phases.
- Conducted Reliability and Safety analyses, including preparation of FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to ensure system-level risk mitigation and compliance.
- Provided leadership in system-level design processes and ensured alignment with project and regulatory requirements.
- Contributed to the design and analysis of hydraulic and electromechanical subsystems as part of complex aerospace platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, supporting project planning, risk assessment, and design reviews from concept to validation.
Design Engineer
Hema Industry
08.2019 - 09.2021
Mechatronic Engineer
Rosan Otomation A.Ş.
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Designed 3D models of sub-components for custom automation machines, primarily developed for the white goods industry.
- Developed and implemented PLC software for machine automation, ensuring proper integration with mechanical systems.
- Prepared maintenance manuals and technical documentation to support post-installation service and operations.
- Contributed to the end-to-end development cycle of automation benches, including concept design, mechanical detailing, and functional testing.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and assembly teams to ensure smooth transition from design to production.
- Played a key role in delivering reliable and cost-effective automation solutions tailored to client-specific requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Trakya Üniversitesi
Edirne 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
Karabük Üniversitesi
Karabük 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Pakize Narin Anatolian High School
Tekirdag 04.2001 -
Skills
Creo
Software
IBM Doors
MS Office
CATIA
Draw IO
Certification
ARP4754
Timeline
EASA Part 21
08-2025
Lead Hydraulic Design Engineer
TAAC Aerospace Technologies A.Ş.
03.2025 - Current
ARP4761
02-2025
ARP4754
01-2024
Hydraulic Design Engineer
TAAC Aerospace Technologies A.Ş.
05.2023 - 03.2025
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
06-2022
Expert Design Engineer
Hema Industry
09.2021 - 05.2023
Design Engineer
Hema Industry
08.2019 - 09.2021
Mechatronic Engineer
Rosan Otomation A.Ş.
09.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Trakya Üniversitesi
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
Karabük Üniversitesi
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Pakize Narin Anatolian High School
04.2001 -