This Futureshaper Helps Advance Aviation Technology Through Test Engineering

Avionics are electronics that support communications, navigation and other critical aircraft systems.

Behind these solutions are Futureshapers like Charles Reyes. Charles is an aerospace technologies engineer based in Phoenix who's involved in testing and developing avionics.

Learn more about his journey into engineering and advice for engineers interested in the future of aviation.

What technologies, products, solutions or services do you work on? 

"I am a systems/test engineer in electronic solutions/electronic test, which focuses on test engineering development. I help update, maintain and design test stations to make sure our avionics (electronic equipment) functions as designed."

What inspired you to pursue a career in engineering? 

"My curiosity and passion for electronics. I've always been interested in technology and interacting with it since I was young."

What's the coolest thing you get to do in your job?

"One of the coolest things about my job is collaborating with teams across different states and countries, which has also given me the opportunity to travel to other sites. I'm especially proud of working on legacy products because it allows me to study past technologies and apply that knowledge to developing new ones. It's rewarding to see how teamwork and history shape the future of our projects."

What’s your advice for aspiring engineers?

"Be open-minded and try new projects whenever possible. Try not to be rigid in your career path. By being flexible, you might end up liking something you never thought of before."

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