# Eric Katzen > Sensor Fusion & Navigation Engineer at Kearfott Location: Morganville, New Jersey, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/erickatzen M.S. Electrical Engineering (Fall 2021) - Specialization: Mechatronics - New Jersey Institute of Technology B.S. Mechanical Engineer (Spring 2018) - Specialization: Aeronautical - Hofstra University; Boeing - Systems Engineering - Summer 2018 United Airlines - Technical Operations - Systems Engineering Intern - Fall/2017 NASA Jet Propulsion Labs - Mechanical Engineer CO-OP - Winter/Spring/Summer/2017 NASA KSC- Electrical Development and Testing Engineer - Summer/2016 Lockheed Martin - Mechanical Engineer Intern -Spring/2016 Ripak Aerospace - Quality Engineer Intern - Summer/2015 President and Founder of Hofstra University student chapter - The American Institute of Aeronautics and ... Astronautics/The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (2014-2015) Sigma Alpha Mu - Delta Alpha Chapter (2015) Eagle Scout (2008) Performed at Carnegie Hall (2012) Rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (2001) Hobbies: Video games Learning control theory, computer science, and c++ on my free time. ## Work Experience ### Sensor Fusion & Navigation Engineer @ Kearfott Corporation Jan 2023 – Present | Pine Brook, NJ • Developed the World Magnetic Model by adapting NOAA C source code, enhancing magnetic field navigation accuracy. • Designed and implemented sensor monitoring functions for Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) and GPS, improving system reliability and fault detection. • Supported the development of loosely and tightly coupled Extended Kalman Filters (EKF) for sensor fusion, enhancing navigation precision. • Ensured compliance with DO-178C certification to DAL A, applying rigorous software verification and validation processes for safety-critical avionics software. • Built a comprehensive verification and validation framework using Simulink Test, executing Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Processor-in-the-Loop (PIL) testing on a desktop development board to validate system performance. • Developed and programmed various Simulink design tools and library functions, leveraging Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) techniques to improve modularity, reusability, and maintainability of system models. • Established a CI/CD pipeline for model-based design, integrating Git for configuration management and Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines) for automated Monte Carlo testing, code generation, and Software Design Document (SDD) creation. • Configured parallel testing on Azure by setting up a Linux-based agent that spins up multiple MATLAB/Simulink Docker containers, reducing test execution time. • Structured data management with Data Dictionaries, parsing and organizing interfaces from spreadsheets for improved model consistency and traceability. • Programmed Matlab scripts to auto generate models from a configuration file. • To use a 3rd party linux built python library on Windows, 2 options were developed to interface with Matlab. 1) Server-Client model using socket programming via Python in a Docker container. 2) A Docker container combining Matlab and a Python library. ### Guidance, Navigation, and Controls Engineer @ Boeing Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, United States • Developed a tunable, type 2, second order digital filter structure where the parameters can be configured in real-time as a notch, low, and high pass filter with minimal phase loss and a low bandwidth PWM for a stabilator actuator control algorithm. • Developed matlab utlility scripts to automate and test processes like parallel simulation. • To monitor the temperature of the FPGAs and processors, a partial development and analysis of a Recurrent Neural Network (LSTM) and ARMA model for predictive monitoring. • To advance AvionX (Boeing subsidiary) in its planning of Modular Avionics and Open Systems Architecture, research was performed and requirements were developed which resulted in identifying the types of interfaces and their design specification. • Developed an electric motor/generator model to compare supplier hardware parameters and performance for future EVTOL program. • To update the V-22’s new flight control system, requirements writing was performed which traced legacy software design document, software system specification, and the system requirements specification to the new system requirements. • To test the performance of an aircraft’s obstacle avoidance algorithm, an artificial obstacle grid was programmed and plotted in Matlab for the Digital Acceleration Program. • To test the behavior the obstacle avoidance algorithm, aircraft flight trajectories were generated • To enhance the performance of pilot control soft stops flying qualities after analyzing flight data for the APAS program, modifications via PCRs (Project Change Requests) were made to the Control Laws. • To test the PCR changes made in the Control Laws, IV&V testing was performed in NI TestStand/VeriStand platforms. • Generated Control Law solutions that fixed F-18 high angle of attack issues. • Analyzed F-15 flight test data to revert to an older Operational Flight Program (OFP) ### System Engineer @ Boeing Jan 2019 – Jan 2022 | Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, United States • Collaborated on the designing, building, testing, and implementation of the $12+ Million RASCAL 2.0 (Rotorcraft Aircrew Systems Concepts Airborne Laboratory) Flight Control Computer per ARINC 653 partitioning for the UH-60M Black Hawk; Developed a roadmap to integrate Boeing’s hardware and software architecture into the U.S Army’s and supplier’s (North Atlantic Industries, Bloomy) platforms • To test the Flight Control Computer embedded Control Laws via test input vectors, a simulated closed-loop, second-order response, electrohydraulic actuator using Matlab/Simulink was programed to enhance legacy C code for a Model-Based-Design Block diagram approach. • Improved documentation for a system and wire diagram drawings by creating UH-60 & RASCAL battery bus, 4 electrohydraulic actuators, cyclic & collective pilot stick, and Ethernet Topology via Electrical Interface Control Drawings (EICD) and subsystem (supplier) ICD/drawings. • Ensured lengths and gauges of wires & circuit breaker rating by analyzing the signal routing, current loading, and voltage drop in the EICD for discrete, A/D, D/A, ARINC 429, VDT, TTE, MIL-STD-1553 I/O cards. • To improve optimal functionality and overall performance for I/O cards and subsystem interfaces, developed Initial Built-in-Test routine architecture. • To meet compliance to FAA DO-178C, a payload comprising of Model References, Data Dictionaries, Configuration Settings, and Proprietary Boeing Macro Libraries for Safety Monitor partitioning was created resulting in C code generation & Model in the loop testing. o Chose block parameters based off Nyquist theory sampling rate to ensure minimal runtime error and aliasing of frequencies o Developed source control process for Matlab/GitLab via Git Bash and Git Tortoise simplifying and streamlining productivity by over 90%. • In order to meet contractual milestones for platform deliverables, Microsoft Project was used resulting in on-time performance. ### Wire Design Engineer @ Boeing Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Ridley Park, Pa *Develop and maintain cable/wire harness detail and assembly designs. *Assist with engineering design disposition on discrepancies (e.g., rejection tags, production action requests, shop revision requests). *Develop and maintain electrical product detail, assembly and installation designs (e.g., equipment racks, power panels, cable routing and geometry, antennas). *Develop, draft, and release complex wiring diagrams and schematics. *Follow documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities. *Collect data to support the development of statements of work. *Assist in data gathering of supplier capabilities. *Provide cable/wire harness fabrication and production support. *Review functional and physical input used in the development of integrated design and system architecture. ### Technical Operations –Systems Engineering Intern @ United Airlines Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | San Francisco Bay Area • Provide aircraft engineering support to line and check aircraft • Review, evaluate, and determine next steps on manufacturer bulletins, management requests and regulatory requirements on United Airlines Airbus/Boeing aircraft • Prepare cost analysis on projects • Investigate and provide decisions for non-conformances resulting from in-service failures or maintenance incidents ### Mechanical Engineer CO-OP @ NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Pasadena, California *Mechanical Engineer -CO-OP with the Mechanical Structures and Articulation team *Development, testing, verification, and validation of the Ejectable Belly Opening for Manipulation and Breathing of Sampling Panel (Ejectable BOMBS Panel) on the Chassis of the Mars 2020 Rover for the Entry, Descent & Landing and Formulation team. *Wrote instructions for Build, Assembly and Test (IBATs) for the Ejectable BOMBS Panel. *Configuration Management of inventory for Ejectable BOMBS Panel using Microsoft Powerpoint and Excel. *Developed Flow Charts for work flow in assembling the Ejectable BOMBS Panel using Powerpoint. *Designed Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for Integration and testing of the Ejectable BOMBS Panel using NX. *Supported the Cable Harnessing Team in Integrating various connectors (i.e. D-sub, Fiber Optics, Mil. Spec. Communication connectors) to the avionics equipment on the Mars 2020 Rover Chassis. ### Electrical Development and Test Engineer Intern @ NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida Support the Engineering Development Laboratory (EDL) management team. Position responsibilities include working knowledge of Engineering Principles. Position operates within a NASA and contractor design team primarily for the development of new, and/or modifications to existing tests and procedures for the validation, verification and/or operation of Ground Support Equipment systems. Additionally, responsible for writing detailed reports for Hazardous Gas Leak Detection Systems. Used mass spectrometry and pressure transducer technology to work on various leak detection systems. ### Mechanical Engineer CO-OP @ Lockheed Martin Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Mitchell Field, Long Island, NY Perform routine system engineering functions & guidance supporting the Trident Program Field Engineering. Follow technical procedures and perform system test, operation and maintenance on electronic equipment. • Developed mechanical design solutions from requirements thru production • Created 3D and 2D CAD solutions for prototyping and concept reviews • Produced build to print manufacturing drawings from 3D models • Generated source control drawings to capture commercial design solutions • Participated in customer meetings making presentations • Have an in depth understanding of the LM/customer relationship and goals for next generation Trident submarine ### ● President and Founder - Hofstra Student Chapter @ The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics/The American Society of Mechanical Engineers Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Hofstra University Hofstra student chapter ### Quality Assurance Engineer Intern @ Lawrence Ripak Aerospace Co., Inc. Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | West Babylon, NY • Creating, maintaining, and rev controlling work instructions, forms, Setup Sheets, Route Cards, Master Lists due to changes in processes and new releases to meet both AS9100 and the company’s requirements.  Improving process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.  Initiating and coordinating corrective actions, performing preventative action and continuous improvement activities ## Education ### Master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering New Jersey Institute of Technology ### Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Concentration, Mathematics Minor Hofstra University ### LEED Green Associate Exam prep class ### Brookdale Community College ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/therealerickatzen --- Source: https://flows.cv/erickatzen JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/erickatzen/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13