KAAN BERK UZ
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Ankara,06
Summary
My professional journey has given me the opportunity to work on complex, high‑precision projects. Currently, I am employed as a Manufacturing Engineer at Turkish Aerospace , contributing to the KAAN project within TUSAS. In this role, I am responsible for developing manufacturable designs, approving production feasibility, preparing manufacturing documentation, and coordinating assembly operations using Catia V6 and ERP systems. I also play an active role in resolving technical issues and ensuring smooth communication between engineering and production teams. In my previous positions, I strengthened my expertise in production planning, efficiency improvement, process optimization, and supplier management. I am proficient in industry‑standard tools including AutoCAD, Catia, and SolidWorks, and I am comfortable working with Microsoft Office for reporting, documentation, and data analysis. My background has equipped me with a keen eye for detail, a structured problem‑solving approach, and the ability to deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Turkish Aerospace(TUSAŞ)
10.2022 - Current
- Worked as an Assembly Manufacturing Engineer within TUSAŞ on the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) project.
- Prepared manufacturable designs and provided producibility approvals.
- Transformed engineering data into manufacturing documentation, including production sequences, work instructions, material, and tooling requirements.
- Solved manufacturing issues encountered during production, coordinated with relevant departments to ensure timely resolution.
- Utilized Catia V6 and TUSAŞ ERP systems to prepare and monitor aircraft final assembly line operations.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Ya Su CNC Automation Machinery Industry Ltd.
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Planned production and performed efficiency analyses for manufacturing parts in the defense and automotive sectors.
- Improved production processes and ensured material requirements were met.
- Maintained operational order and coordination within the company.
Procurement Specialist
Makel Technology Inc
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Coordinated with design and manufacturing departments to procure materials for Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) and air conditioning systems primarily for defense industry projects including ASELSAN.
- Ensured procurement was cost‑effective and met quality standards.
- Identified and evaluated potential suppliers and managed purchase order follow‑up.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Yıldız Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Şehit Velit Bekdaş Anatolian High School
Ankara, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Manufacturing processes
Failure modes and effects analysis
Process improvement
Maintenance planning
Quality control
Risk assessment
CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Catia
SolidWorks
MATLAB
Project
- TÜBİTAK International UAV Competition – 2017
- Measurement Systems Analysis based on IATF 16949:2016 Standard in the Automotive Sector
- Two‑Stage Gearbox Design
- Four‑Cylinder Gasoline Engine Design
- Kinematic Velocity Analysis of the Crank–Connecting Rod Mechanism of Renault Fluence 1.5 DCI Joy
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Turkish Aerospace(TUSAŞ)
10.2022 - Current
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Ya Su CNC Automation Machinery Industry Ltd.
02.2021 - 10.2022
Procurement Specialist
Makel Technology Inc
10.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Yıldız Technical University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Şehit Velit Bekdaş Anatolian High School
04.2001 -