# Oliver Pineda Suárez (@oliverpsz.eurosky.social)

Profile: https://sifa.id/p/oliverpsz.eurosky.social
Headline: Robotics PhD Candidate at EPFL | Space Technologies Engineer | Automation, Digital Twins, and Data Solutions for Astronomy and Space

## About

Driven by a strong pursuit of personal and professional excellence, I consistently strive to elevate my capabilities while upholding a strong work ethic and fostering a collaborative team spirit.

EPFL PhD candidate interested on the fields of Astronomy, Robotics, Digitalization and Space Systems Engineering, specifically in spacecraft development.

Work experience in Industrial Digital Twins, Metrology, Nondestructive Testing, Quality, Customer Operations, and Financial Processes. Capable developer in Python, LabVIEW, Java, C, C#, C++, HTML, SQL, among others and a capable user of engineering software such as MATLAB, Solidworks, NX, CATIA and ANSYS.

## Experience

- **Lead Commmunications, Data Handling and Ground Control Station Engineer at Cuauhtémoc IPN Aeroespacial** (2016 – 2019)
  • Developed a Ground Control Station capable of receiving and processing telemetry packages and sending commands to manually operate the CanSat’s actuators.
  • Developed a LabVIEW digital twin that replicates CanSat’s 3D attitude in real time.
- **Flight Software Engineer at EPFL Spacecraft Team** (2023 – 2023)
  Semester project focused on the development of the flight software (F Prime component) to interface the X-Band communication systems controlling the OBC and an X-Band transmitter for the In-Orbit Demonstration that served as a foundation for the CHESS mission.
- **Doctoral Assistant at EPFL Astrobots** (2025 – present)
  • Conduct performance testing and data analysis of swarms of micro-SCARA robotic fiber-positioners (RFPs) for Stage V spectroscopic surveys, contributing to the development of the European Southern Observatory (ESO)-led Wide-field Spectroscopic Telescope (WST) and the MUltiplexed Survey Telescope (MUST) led by Tsinghua University.
  • Development of target-assignment and collision-avoidance algorithms for RFP modules.
- **Software Developer at eSpace - EPFL Space Center** (2023 – 2024)
  Semester project focused on improving the Technology Combination Analysis Tool (TCAT) developed by eSpace for the European Space Agency (ESA).This tool is used to model, simulate, and optimize space logistics scenarios. The goal of the project was to extend TCAT's functionality for lunar and interplanetary use case missions
- **Lead On-Board Computer Engineer at EPFL Spacecraft Team** (2023 – 2024)
  • Developed the CHESS Mission's OBC Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Design Solution Definition (DSD)
  • Led the testing of the Twocan On-Board Computer (OBC), ensuring its compliance with the specific requirements and objectives of the Twocan In-Orbit Demonstration launched in January 2025.
  • Led the Twocan OBC's redesign for the upcoming CHESS mission.
- **Doctoral Assistant at Laboratory of Astrophysics (LASTRO) at EPFL** (2025 – present)
  • Safety Correspondant (COSEC)
  • Teaching Assistant:
      \- EE-585: Space Mission Design and Operations
      \- MICRO-453: Robotics Practicals
- **Space Systems Digital Twin Engineer at Maxon International Ltd.** (2024 – 2025)
  • Ongoing assessment of emerging technologies and strategies to enhance Digital Twins for MBSE in space applications.
  • Implementation of a Type 2 Reactive AAS API solution (FastAPI), user interfaces (Streamlit), and OWL semantic models for the space sector
  • Creation of guidelines, tutorials, and best practices for using AAS models and definition standards for data cleansing and validation
  • Training and support of employees regarding the new data structures, processes, and future usage of the AAS data models in the space industry
- **Metrology Laboratory Technical Manager at NAPSA - Nueva Aeronáutica Profesional** (2020 – 2022)
  • EMA (Entidad Mexicana de Acreditación) Accredited for test and calibration of measurement instruments of the following magnitudes: Temperature, Mass, Pressure, Dimensional, Electrical, and Torque. As well as torque transducers.
  • Developed calibration procedures, uncertainty budget calculations, and laboratory CMC (Calibration and Measurement Capabilities) Lists.
  • Performed quality assurance duties such as daily inspections to ensure that procedures are followed and development of improvements in laboratory quality procedures.
  • Performed calibrations to measuring instruments and test equipment to analyze their performance ensuring that they meet their specific technical requirements.
- **Nondestructive Testing Engineer at NAPSA - Nueva Aeronáutica Profesional** (2019 – 2020)
  • Developed Nondestructive Inspections through Visual (Borescope), Eddy Current, Magnetic Particles, Ultrasound, Radiographic and Liquid Penetrant testing methods to several engines, aircraft models and components in the industry.
  • Developed an application to automate aircraft weight and balance calculations and inspection report generation.
- **Technical Assistant & Software Developer at NAPSA - Nueva Aeronáutica Profesional** (2015 – 2019)
  • Developed a Java application for Work Order management and a VBA and Python application for quote and invoice management.
  • Assisted in the development of tool calibrations and Non-Destructive Testing Inspections.
- **Electronics and Flight Software Engineer at Cuauhtémoc IPN Aeroespacial** (2017 – 2019)
  • Designed, developed, and tested CanSat’s electronics and flight software.
- **Digital Twin Solutions Engineer at Maxon International Ltd.** (2024 – 2024)
  • Development of a Python-based (BaSyx) custom solution for dynamic automated generation of Industry 4.0 Asset Administration Shell (AAS) Digital Twins (Type 1
  \- Passive), in compliance with the metamodel established in IEC 63278-1:2023 and the IDTA guidelines
  • Development of a data solution and a Streamlit UI for Identification Links and Digital Nameplates based on IEC 61406-1:2022 and IEC 63365:2022, respectively. This solution captures both technical and non-technical product data while automating report generation.
  • Researched and analyzed existing data sources (e.g., ERP, data warehouse, or CAQ) to connect them to the proposed solution and ensure data consistency and completeness for its transfer to AAS models.
  • Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the cross-organizational interoperability of the models

## Education

- **Instituto Politécnico Nacional** — Bachelor of Science - BS (2015 – 2019)
- **EPFL** — Doctor of Philosophy - PhD (2025 – 2029)
- **EPFL** — Master of Science - MS (2022 – 2025)
- **芝浦工業大学** — Undergraduate Exchange Program (2018 – 2018)
- **Tecnológico de Monterrey** — Bachelor of Science - BS (2015 – 2019)
- **Самарский Государственный Аэрокосмический Университет** — Undergraduate Exchange Program (2019 – 2019)

## Skills

- Japanese
- Simulations
- Trabajo en equipo
- Aerospace
- Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Industry 4.0
- Software Development
- Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
- HTML
- JavaScript
- Space Systems
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Microfabrication
- Nanotechnology
- Model Predictive Control
- Additive Manufacturing
- Spacecraft Propulsion
- Automation
- Aerodynamics
- Aircraft Design
- Avionics Design
- Aircraft Engines
- Liderazgo de equipos
- Computer Science
- Composite Materials
- Real-time Data Acquisition
- Robotics
- Power Electronics
- Real-time Monitoring
- Spacecraft Design
- Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)
- Telecommunications
- Microcontrollers
- Electronics
- Sensors
- Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
- Ultrasonic Testing
- Liquid Penetrant Testing
- Eddy Current
- Radiographic Testing
- Magnetic Particle Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Systems Design
- Project Management
- Calibration
- Spacecraft Telemetry and Telecommand
- F Prime
- Yocto Project
- Embedded Systems
- Orbital Mechanics
- Space Mission Design
- Traceability
- Interoperability
- OWL
- Ontologies
- Semantic Modeling
- Unified Modeling Language (UML)
- Databases
- Web Applications
- Digital Transformation
- Digital Twins
- REST APIs
- Data Management
- Asset Administration Shell
- Linux
- Aerospace Engineering
- Teamwork
- Telemetry
- Object Oriented Design
- Metrology
- Java
- Matlab
- Siemens NX
- SolidWorks
- Arduino
- Python
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
- Problem Solving
- English
- French
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- LaTeX
- LabVIEW
- C#
- Raspberry Pi
- Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA)
- C
- C++
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Process Control
- Six Sigma
- SQL
- Machine Learning

## Certifications

- Maintenance Technician Class 1 — Agencia Federal de Aeronautica Civil (AFAC)
- ASQ Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt — ASQ - World Headquarters (https://credentials.asq.org/510a5b16-89cd-43f9-b04d-59036e9f36de)
- MATLAB Onramp — MathWorks (https://matlabacademy.mathworks.com/progress/share/certificate.html?id=23cc0f22-68a4-4ab1-86bf-f92367b91197)
- Deep Learning Onramp — MathWorks (https://matlabacademy.mathworks.com/progress/share/certificate.html?id=24563e74-b4e5-4f2d-94a8-4717ff49e2af)
- Simulink Onramp — MathWorks (https://matlabacademy.mathworks.com/progress/share/certificate.html?id=345cef35-f807-41f3-b4ad-d118d35f0d69)
- Certified Solidworks Associate - Mechanical Design — Dassault Systèmes (https://cv.virtualtester.com/qr/?b=SLDWRKS&i=C-TAC2WBZG56)
- Introduction to Rocket and Satellite Engineering — Московский Государственный Университет им. М.В. Ломоносова (МГУ) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hwSCOO5Ye_AFv69wRXIJlRLGPW_p-pdB/view?usp=sharing)
- IBM Blockchain Essentials V2 — IBM (https://www.youracclaim.com/badges/b6f502b6-4526-43e5-a6c6-f67e8500c1f7/linked_in_profile)
- Level 1: STK Certification — AGI (Analytical Graphics, Inc.) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sjC9lO4n85k4SYvQci7eiedP952b6NE-/view?usp=sharing)
- Remote Visual Inspection Training - 3D Measurements of Turbomachinery and Corrosion — Waygate Technologies (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xgG_0hJcU3xcIoV9V03sNzzlXQV74oMJ/view?usp=sharing)
- ENGR2000X: A Hands-on Introduction to Engineering Simulations — Cornell University (https://courses.edx.org/certificates/6a8a7b226c2c495aaf5ddb2042b19122)
- Phased Array Training - Weld Inspection — Waygate Technologies (https://drive.google.com/file/d/15GdHah3ZgcYedZbcIi0COc8LsHL0xGrr/view?usp=sharing)
- Phased Array Training - Corrosion Mapping — Waygate Technologies (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mzk5e8Y1rClmmljxu_0FmCE1_6ssofP6/view?usp=sharing)
- Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning Specialization — EDHEC Business School (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/4DE4DDDQHBRL)
- LBTechX1: Technology Entrepreneurship: Lab to Market — Harvard Online (https://courses.edx.org/certificates/bda1a274c94e4e909800c9ad5f78b485)
- Deep Learning Specialization — deeplearning.ai (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/AZ97WFYZS9DH)
- Machine Learning Onramp — MathWorks (https://matlabacademy.mathworks.com/progress/share/certificate.html?id=c2779ccc-bf45-4870-8f84-0b23eb07e972)
- Artificial Intelligence for Medicine Specialization — deeplearning.ai (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/QG68VDLV5YAW)
- Venture Deals Spring 2020 — Kauffman Fellows (https://kftechstars.novoed.com/#!/courses/venture-deals-summer20/statements/2127844)
- Addressing Large Hadron Collider Challenges by Machine Learning — Государственный Университет - Высшая Школа Экономики (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/BMLANH5Y3ZW6)
- Data-Driven Astronomy — University of Sydney (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/D643FPVLKZX6)
- Programming a Quantum Computer with Qiskit - IBM SDK — Coursera Course Certificates (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/67V9ZBGFUMGR)
- Scrum Fundamentals Certified — SCRUMstudy - Accreditation Body for Scrum and Agile (https://www.scrumstudy.com/certification/verify?type=SFC&number=818885)
- Emerging Trends in Aviation Maintenance — Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YIOaxGIx5Pp-TfnhjkZTeOcngedcQTo_/view?usp=drivesdk)
- Introduction to CubeSat Technology — AGENCIA ESPACIAL MEXICANA (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zf66W0m6Ma3bULG32aGS8nTA7TbRtJhH/view?usp=sharing)
- EE585x: Space Mission Design and Operations — Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (https://courses.edx.org/certificates/0e93b42feb1d4a439708f3cb4f4458a0)
- Internal Auditor Based on ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines and ISO 9001:2015 Requirements — Instituto Politécnico Nacional (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1syNFHIXY_UWTLKFtjqs5r02Y-y8zddEc/view?usp=sharing)
- IB Bilingual Diploma Programme — Bachillerato Internacional (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1swf_7C9mkEze7zuOniDvKAyRp35T9Ry_/view?usp=sharing)
- Introduction to Space Engineering Applied to Satellites — Facultad de Ingeniería de la UNAM (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ZyLcDKGrcFfBrvMrR7yyMFt1_a6Mhdc/view?usp=sharing)
- Digitalisation in Space Research — Technical University of Munich (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/IX67IHLSQDYI)

## Projects

- **Cuauhtémoc IPN Aeroespacial - CanSat Competition** — https://www.facebook.com/CuauhtemocIPN/
  Work team focused on the development of student projects in the aerospace field, with the mission of disseminate and demonstrate the high level of training and skills of mexican students.
- **SPYBOT - Multipurpose Machine Learning Object Recognition Robot**
  Development of a multipurpose machine learning object recognition robot implementing a live webstream continuously processed with the help of a neural network. To be able to recognize objects CNN algorithms were used with the convenience of the data access, image acquisition, and visualization capabilities in MATLAB. Furthermore, an HTML website was developed to link MATLAB and the robot’s microcontroller, so that the feed of the robot’s camera could be streamed and projected continuously onto MATLAB. The robot’s movement was determined by a link between the website and the robot’s microcontroller so that the commands given by the user on the website could be received.
- **SSDISAT - Space Debris Inspection Satellite**
  Development of a nanosatellite (6 Unit CubeSat) proposal for a space mission with the objective of operating the satellite around another obsolete spacecraft or object to develop an inspection of it with the help of a 256 x 256 pixels camera that will capture images of the object. Those images will be processed later by implementing a previously trained convolutional neural network system to create a stream segmentation to autonomously process and select data from the space debris. The mission was proposed to be developed at a LEO (Low Earth Orbit) of approximately 500 km with an approximate inclination of 51.6°.
- **Bachelor Thesis - CubeSat Soft Robotic Arm Prototype for Space Debris Removal**
  Development of a space debris solution prototype for a CubeSat module implementing Power Electronics and Soft Robotics, specifically Hydraulically Amplified Self‐Healing Electrostatic (HASEL) Actuators and Dielectric Minimum Energy Structures (DEMES).
- **Bachelor Thesis - Risk Analysis for the Radiographic Testing processes in an Aeronautical Repair Station according to what is established in the 6.1 clause of the ISO 9001:2015 Standard**
  The FMEA methodology (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) was implemented to ponder the risk and its impact on the different elements that make up said process and thus propose and apply corrective and preventive actions in the detected failure modes. Throughout the analysis analog, computational and digital radiographic processes were compared as well as the costs and benefits of implementing them to reduce the impact of risk on the organization.
- **CARINA Mission - Deployment of a constellation of Lunar Pathfinders around the Moon** — https://cdf.epfl.ch/ce_studies/2023_ENG-411
  The main objective of this study performed at EPFL Space Center (eSpace) Concurrent Design Facility (CDF) as part of the Concurrent Engineering Challenge 2023 course was to design and develop a deployer that can transport and launch a constellation of satellites into frozen orbits around the moon. The deployer will then deploy five satellites separately to achieve optimal coverage of the lunar surface. The mission will provide precise navigation, redundancy, and extended coverage of the south pole of the moon.
- **CHESS Mission - TwoCan OBC In-Orbit Demonstration**
  The Constellation of High-performance Exospheric Science Satellites of the EPFL Spacecraft Team aims to send two nano-satellites (CubeSat) into Earth orbit. The mission comprises two 3U CubeSats, equipped with scientific instruments developed by the universities of Bern and Zurich. The satellites will be placed on slightly different orbits, with one circular and the other elliptical, enabling complementary measurement of the exosphere from different vantage points.
- **Academic Network Sustainability Simulation**
  This project is aimed to see differences in means of travel in an academic setting. Our simulation and infographic are based on Mobitool website data. Only European meetings have been considered for the purposes of the tool.
- **Master Thesis - Digitization of Space Components: Implementing Dynamic Automated Generation of Standardized Digital Twin Data Models for Interoperability and Traceability in Space Projects**
  This research explored the usage of the Asset Administration Shell metamodel in space projects to integrate Industry 4.0 approaches and advance the Space 4.0 paradigm, with a focus on its application in MBSE tools and LCA frameworks. A custom service is developed to connect the company's digital infrastructure and automatically generate standardized Digital Twin representations of their products. Additionally, the metamodel was enhanced for the space industry by incorporating relevant standards, schemas, and semantic ontologies, enabling cross-organizational interoperability with other space companies and agencies. The proposed solution was qualitatively and quantitatively evaluated through performance tests and a stakeholder analysis.

The study was conducted within maxon international, renowned for its precision drive systems and with vast experience working in space projects such as the International Berthing and Docking Mechanism, Lunar and Mars rovers, and the Ingenuity Mars helicopter. The project was led by the Digital Technology Group, which focuses on developing advanced solutions to drive the company's digital transformation. In collaboration with the maxon SpaceLab, a team specializing in high-reliability solutions for space applications, the project aimed to develop a component-agnostic automated solution for encapsulating and structuring asset data used in space projects. This solution focuses on improving data exchange within this domain for improvements in traceability and lifecycle management.
- **Space Logistics Optimization: Interplanetary Scenario Infrastructure** — https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TB_JHbnJzFFQS7oPmmrjtUQd8c9-hdTJ/view?usp=drivesdk
  The addition of an Interplanetary Scenario to TCAT serves as a framework for the simulation and evaluation of interplanetary missions, providing a foundation for future improvements that could be added to this tool to include more complex models and optimize the results.

## Publications

- Advancing Control Electronics for Next-Generation Astronomical Fiber Robotic Positioners — arXiv e-prints
- Comparative Study of Hollow-Core and Standard Optical Fibers for Astronomy — arXiv e-prints
- Testing of a 15-Positioner Module Based on the MPS Design for Stage-5 Telescopes — arXiv e-prints
- Performance Testing of a Trillium-based 21-Positioner Module for Stage-5 Telescopes — arXiv e-prints
- WST Multi-Object Spectrograph Fiber Positioners:Development of a 32,000-Unit Precision Robotic System — arXiv e-prints
- Massive Spectroscopy in Dense Environment - from emerging technologies to new science — VLT Beyond 2030
- Prototyping of 6.2-mm-Pitch Fiber Positioner Modules for Stage-V Telescope Instrumentation — arXiv e-prints

## Honors and awards

- CENEVAL National Prize for Excellence in Performance
- CanSat Competition 2017
- CanSat Competition 2018
- CanSat Competition 2019

## Languages

- Spanish (native)
- English (native)
- French (professional_working)
- German (elementary)
- Russian (elementary)

## Other profiles

- orcid: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4773-3354
- github: https://github.com/OliverPSZ
- linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-pineda-suarez/
- website: https://oliverpsz.github.io/