Ulrich Gengenbach

> Performed feasibility analysis and concept design to assess capability of ground segment to increase autonomy in satellite operations for ELSA-M mission. > Analysed operational activities, the related data flows and interfaces through ground, flight dynamics and space segment, the capabilities of the different ground segment components (SCOS-2000, MOIS, in-house orbit planning software. > Modelled the relevant operational processes and data flows with CAPELLA.

> Developed and updated verification tests definitions for the ground segment across ADRAS-J and ELSA-M projects, aligning with evolving mission and operational requirements. > Modelling the verification strategy and tests with CAPELLA to link the tests with the requirement. > Analysing requirement verification status with test results and representing the ground segment during launch readiness reviews (LRR).

> Managed external suppliers and external clients as well as the technical team during the security and cyber-security assurance analysis. > Performed project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of comprehensive security assessments.

> Worked in the research and development project HALO (ESA ARTES project) for a laser communication ground system. > Managed the project including WBS, schedule, budget, risk mitigation planning. > Coordinated multiple external suppliers and stakeholders, contracts. > Oversaw the overall produced design and development, managed hired, and guided the engineering team. > Performed C-Level tasks in shaping the wider product development road-map. > Introduced model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methods.

> Supported new development project proposals for ESA providing satellite level and mission level perspective. > Generated project schedule, work breakdown structure for development activities of reaction wheel project. > Responsible for budget, schedule and quality of engineering tasks of an active reaction wheel project.

> Developed comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases for Internet-on-Air services via the European Aviation Network (EAN), coordinating testing activities alongside iterative development cycles. > Secured approval of test plans from end customer and all project stakeholders. > Pioneered test modelling techniques using UML and established iterative testing practices integrated with development, reducing defect leakage and accelerating release cycles.

> Functional validation and test development for the Solar Orbiter mission. > Executed comprehensive test campaigns for Data Handling System (DHS), Attitude and Orbit Control System (AOCS), and Failure Detection and Recovery (FDIR) components and subsystems. > Enhanced test quality through end-to-end analysis of relevant requirements in DOORS to test specifications and test procedures. > Pioneered advanced test development practices by implementing UML modelling with Sparx Enterprise Architect.

> Satellite test & test design engineer in the assembly, integration and test (AIT) department on the Galileo project. > Designed and developed a functional satellite level tests as part of system engineering team. > Developed and performed the onboard data handling (OBDH) qualification campaign. > Implemented, executed and analysed automated full functional performance tests for satellite level, data handling, power and thermal sub-systems on 6 satellites.

> Responsible systems engineer in satellite operations (SATCOM) for sub-systems: On-board Data Handling (DHS), Telemetry and Telecommanding (TM/TC) and onboard encryption system. > Supported sub-systems Attitude and Orbit Control (AOCS), propulsion and thermal. > Prepared ground system with validation and adaptation of flight procedures and flight database. > Managed sub-systems through launch and early orbit phase (LEOP), through orbit validation tests and during routine operations.

Various consultancy and freelancing contracts - Design, development, validation and support for quality assurance system (VB6 and Mitsubishi PLC) of an automatic curing system - Design and development of real time measurement system for test automatic stand in fuel cell research (VB6, CAN-Bus, IOC-server connection to ABB PLC) - Implementation of control and visualization system for H2 PSA Plant (AWL, Siemens S7, Movicon 9.1)

> Engineer for the issue-tracking and non-conformance management for A380 project. > Started and led development of project for multiple tools to improve analysis, reporting and process of issue tracking (BeRTraM). > System architect and managed the project for development of BeRTraM. > Technical management of internal and external stakeholders and development team. > Enhanced transparency on issue processing and improved team coordination in the Airbus A380 project.

Aerodynamics Raumfahrtsysteme