10/06/2025 updated
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Transport Simulation and Optimization Expert
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Only remote
PhD Industrial Informatics, CUM LAUDE, European MentionAbout me
Assoc Professor & researcher with 20+ years of experience developing simulation models, optimization algorithms, and heuristic solutions for the transport, logistics, and aviation industries. Expert in industry projects and PhD supervision.
Java (Programming Language)Operations ResearchArtificial IntelligenceAviationData AnalysisBusiness EfficiencyC++ (Programming Language)Capacity ManagementDecision Support SystemsPython (Programming Language)Project ManagementMicrosoft Visual C SharpPascal (Programming Language)Supply Chain ManagementSimulations
Simulation and Optimization
Advanced expertise in simulation/optimization techniques for aviation transport, logistics and supply chain systems. Specialized in developing models for airport capacity management and operational efficiency.
AI and Data Analysis
Extensive experience applying AI and data techniques to solve complex problems in aviation transport and logistics. Development of decision support systems using simulation-optimization approaches.
Aviation Operations Research
Deep knowledge in aviation operations research, including airport capacity analysis, multimodal transport optimization, and air traffic management. Expert in developing solutions for congested airport networks.
Programming Languages
Proficiency in Python, Pascal, Visual C#, C++, Visual Net, JAVA, and R for simulation development and data analysis.
Simulation Software
Mastery of specialized simulation tools including ARENA, Promodel, SIMIO, CAST, AirTop, CPNTools, NetLogo, and Anylogic for modeling complex systems.
Project Management
Extensive experience leading international research projects with multi-million Euro budgets, including EU-funded initiatives focused on aviation and transport optimization.
Academic Leadership
Strong background in academic leadership as Associate Professor, Scientific Director, and President of professional simulation societies, with experience supervising PhD candidates.
Advanced expertise in simulation/optimization techniques for aviation transport, logistics and supply chain systems. Specialized in developing models for airport capacity management and operational efficiency.
AI and Data Analysis
Extensive experience applying AI and data techniques to solve complex problems in aviation transport and logistics. Development of decision support systems using simulation-optimization approaches.
Aviation Operations Research
Deep knowledge in aviation operations research, including airport capacity analysis, multimodal transport optimization, and air traffic management. Expert in developing solutions for congested airport networks.
Programming Languages
Proficiency in Python, Pascal, Visual C#, C++, Visual Net, JAVA, and R for simulation development and data analysis.
Simulation Software
Mastery of specialized simulation tools including ARENA, Promodel, SIMIO, CAST, AirTop, CPNTools, NetLogo, and Anylogic for modeling complex systems.
Project Management
Extensive experience leading international research projects with multi-million Euro budgets, including EU-funded initiatives focused on aviation and transport optimization.
Academic Leadership
Strong background in academic leadership as Associate Professor, Scientific Director, and President of professional simulation societies, with experience supervising PhD candidates.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2025
Languages
GermanFluentEnglishFluentFrenchGoodDutchGoodSpanishNative speaker
Project history
Leading transport consultancy activities across Europe, focusing on scientific direction and strategic development.
Research in Aviation and Multimodal operations, teaching and supervising students in aviation-related subjects.
Research in manufacturing process optimization and aviation. Project Manager of WP2 of the FUPOL FP7 project. Teaching Logistics Operations Management and Simulation of Aeronautical Processes.