09/14/2026 updated
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Senior Propulsion Design Engineer | Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering Expert
Belgrade, Serbia
Worldwide
Master of Science in Aerospace EngineeringAbout me
Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 15 years of progressive experience in complex mechanical design, structural stack-up analysis, DFM/DFA, and mass production enablement across display solutions, automotive systems, and advanced aerospace engineering.
CAD & Surface Design
Expertise in PTC Creo Parametric (all versions including Creo 13, Power User), CATIA V5 for complex surface modeling, top-down design, 2D/3D drafting, and Siemens NX/Teamcenter for product design and integration.
DFM / DFA & GD&T
Comprehensive knowledge in Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, tolerance stack-up analysis, GD&T according to ISO/ASME standards, DFMEA, and injection molding/die-casting component development.
Structural & FEA Analysis
Proficiency in structural calculations and finite element analysis using ANSYS Workbench and FEMAP, including hand calculations for mechanical integrity verification and structural design of aerospace and automotive components.
Manufacturing & Prototyping
Hands-on experience with prototype assembly, mold DFM reviews, trial molding, sample approval, additive manufacturing, and rapid prototyping integrated into early design stages.
Documentation & PLM
Creation of BOMs, limit drawings, exploded views, assembly process flowcharts, and management of product lifecycle using Windchill PLM and SAP (Material Master, Change Master, Material Management).
Project Leadership & Technical Management
Technical feasibility assessments, risk mitigation strategies, authoring of Technical Design Guidelines, team mentoring, and acting as Design Authority for complex mechanical systems.
Rocket Motor & Propulsion Engineering
Research and structural design of solid rocket motors for rockets, missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles, including final assembly processes and custom machinery for solid propellant grain manufacturing.
Engineering Software Tools
Proficiency in Mathcad, MATLAB, JIRA for project management and task tracking, and Microsoft Office Suite including Planner, OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Industry 4.0 & Additive Manufacturing
Implementation of Industry 4.0 methodologies and additive manufacturing/rapid prototyping techniques, with completed training in Basic Technologies and Fields of Application (2024) and Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping (2024).
Expertise in PTC Creo Parametric (all versions including Creo 13, Power User), CATIA V5 for complex surface modeling, top-down design, 2D/3D drafting, and Siemens NX/Teamcenter for product design and integration.
DFM / DFA & GD&T
Comprehensive knowledge in Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, tolerance stack-up analysis, GD&T according to ISO/ASME standards, DFMEA, and injection molding/die-casting component development.
Structural & FEA Analysis
Proficiency in structural calculations and finite element analysis using ANSYS Workbench and FEMAP, including hand calculations for mechanical integrity verification and structural design of aerospace and automotive components.
Manufacturing & Prototyping
Hands-on experience with prototype assembly, mold DFM reviews, trial molding, sample approval, additive manufacturing, and rapid prototyping integrated into early design stages.
Documentation & PLM
Creation of BOMs, limit drawings, exploded views, assembly process flowcharts, and management of product lifecycle using Windchill PLM and SAP (Material Master, Change Master, Material Management).
Project Leadership & Technical Management
Technical feasibility assessments, risk mitigation strategies, authoring of Technical Design Guidelines, team mentoring, and acting as Design Authority for complex mechanical systems.
Rocket Motor & Propulsion Engineering
Research and structural design of solid rocket motors for rockets, missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles, including final assembly processes and custom machinery for solid propellant grain manufacturing.
Engineering Software Tools
Proficiency in Mathcad, MATLAB, JIRA for project management and task tracking, and Microsoft Office Suite including Planner, OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Industry 4.0 & Additive Manufacturing
Implementation of Industry 4.0 methodologies and additive manufacturing/rapid prototyping techniques, with completed training in Basic Technologies and Fields of Application (2024) and Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping (2024).
Languages
GermanBasic knowledgeEnglishFluent
Project history
Acting as Design Authority leading comprehensive technical design reviews, feasibility assessments, and risk mitigation strategies for complex mechanical systems. Establishing standardized engineering procedures and authoring company-wide Technical Design Guidelines. Leading engineering for interface and mechanical topics for technology transfer. Overseeing DFM/DFA methodology implementation, experimental testing of materials, and benchmarking activities. Organizing technical trainings and hands-on practical sessions for young engineers. Implementing DFM and Industry 4.0 methodologies.
Managed display solutions for automotive OEMs (MB, VW & Renault) from concept to design phase. Led the engineering team for product integration, production line build support, product sample tasting, and project tracking. Designed components for mass production by injection molding and die casting. Collaborated with colleagues from foreign offices, customers, and suppliers. Provided DFM and DFMEA support, sample approvals and inspection, and quality control collaboration.
Led research, structural design, and production integration for rocket motor metallic components. Designed and executed final assembly processes and custom machinery for solid propellant grain manufacturing. Integrated rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing into early design stages. Supported setting up serial production.