Şükrücan Kalkan

AEROSPACE ENGINEER

Ankara, TR.

About

Highly analytical Aerospace Engineer graduating in 2026, adept in R&D, structural analysis, and advanced manufacturing within the Turkish aerospace sector. Proven ability to design and validate complex mechanical systems using NASM 1312/10, AGMA 2008, and AS9100 standards, leveraging Siemens NX and ANSYS for FEA/CFD. Seeking to apply robust analytical rigor, design ownership, and a rapid learning aptitude to contribute to a defense or aerospace engineering team.

Work

Alp Aviation (Alp Havacılık)

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R&D & Design Engineer Intern

Eskişehir, , Türkiye

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Summary

Contributed to R&D and design engineering by developing mechanical systems, conducting finite element analyses, and gaining manufacturing exposure.

Highlights

Designed and validated a stress rupture test system compliant with NASM 1312/10 standards, performing precise torque calculations for Siemens servo motor selection and developing a high-temperature furnace with Magnesium Oxide (MgO) insulation to optimize thermal efficiency.

Executed comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using ANSYS and Siemens NX, conducting AGMA 2008 tolerance stack-up analysis on bevel gears and simulating stress distribution to mitigate vibration risks, documenting findings in formal technical reports.

Gained practical experience in advanced manufacturing processes, including 5-axis CNC machining (titanium/aluminum), CMM inspection, and specialized aerospace treatments under AS9100-aligned quality procedures with rigorous Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention.

Collaborated with Method and Process Planning engineers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews for test fixtures and jaws, ensuring seamless alignment between design specifications and production capabilities.

Atılım University Civil Aviation Training Center

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician Intern

Ankara, , Türkiye

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Summary

Supported aircraft maintenance operations by performing structural repairs, system upkeep, and pre-flight inspections.

Highlights

Performed critical airframe sheet-metal repairs and structural assemblies using solid/blind riveting and Cleco fasteners, implementing safety wiring techniques to prevent vibration-induced component loosening.

Maintained and troubleshooted diverse aircraft systems, including Ni-Cad battery systems and spark plugs, enhancing operational readiness and deep understanding of aircraft electrical components.

Executed rigorous pre-flight inspections on King Air C90 and Cessna 337 aircraft, strictly adhering to technical manuals and FOD protocols, ensuring flight safety and documenting all maintenance actions.

Education

Atılım University

Ankara, , Türkiye
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B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering

Kırklareli Science High School

Kırklareli, , Türkiye
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High School Diploma General Studies

Languages

Turkish

English

Certificates

Materials, Welding & Coating Technologies

METALTEK

Jet Engine Fundamentals & Design

TEI Aviation Engines

Skills

CAD/CAE Software

Siemens NX, ANSYS (FEA/CFD), MATLAB/Simulink, SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD.

Programming

C++.

Project Management & Office Tools

MS Excel, MS Project.

Aerospace Engineering Principles

R&D, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing, Stress Rupture Testing, NASM 1312/10 Standards, AGMA 2008 Tolerance Stack-up, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Mechanical System Design, Torque Calculations, Thermal Efficiency, 5-axis CNC Machining, CMM Inspection, Aerospace Processes (Carburizing, Chemical Coating, Metal-to-Metal Bonding), AS9100 Quality Procedures, FOD Prevention, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Airframe Sheet-Metal Repair, Structural Assembly, Riveting, Cleco Fasteners, Safety Wiring, Aircraft Electrical Systems, Ni-Cad Battery Systems, Spark Plug Servicing, Component-Level Troubleshooting, Pre-Flight Inspections, Technical Manual Adherence, VAWT Aerodynamic Design, Airfoil Performance Evaluation, Blade Optimization.

Projects

Aerodynamic Design & CFD Analysis of VAWT

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Summary

Independent research focused on optimizing the aerodynamic performance of H-Rotor Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs) through advanced computational fluid dynamics.