On June 23rd, we celebrate the International Women in Engineering Day in order to honor women in the field of engineering. For the occasion, let’s learn more about Karen Bice, our Director of Programs and Engineering at Safran Data Systems, Inc.
June 26, 2023
Who Are You?
I’m Karen Bice, Director or Programs and Engineering.
Our goal is to break barriers and accomplish tasks never performed in our facility, such as assembling/validating a 7.3M antenna, the largest we’ve ever done. We are also working to create our own on-site engineering capabilities and increase US work scope share to meet our SDSI’s Buy American Act goals.
What do you enjoy the most about working at Safran?
Without a doubt, the people. We have a monumental task to meet daily customer needs while finding the time grow our organization exponentially. It takes an all-hands-in effort while leaving egos at the door, I couldn’t imagine taking our organization to new heights with any other group of folks.
What would you say to younger women hoping to join Safran Data Systems, Inc. or Safran?
Follow your dreams and dare to accept challenges. Follow your gut, be persistent, and don’t let others limit what you believe you can do. Keep learning, technology is changing fast, be open to change as well as to relearning and redefining yourself. Find a mentor, be it a supervisor, colleague or professional friend. Above all else, give yourself some slack when you fail. If you aren’t failing you are not trying; learn from your mistakes, shake yourself off and get back in the game.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
Safran Data Systems was in Toulouse on June, 13-14 2023 to meet actors of the flight test instrumentation and telemetry communities.
June 16, 2023
During the show, in the addition of our booth, our customers or attendees were able to discover our live demonstrations in a side room.
Focus was on:
– Integrated acquisition, high-speed recording and telemetry solutions, cybersecurity oriented
– Light and compact instrumentation kit
– Fiber Sensing and wireless acquisition on rotating parts
– DDS system demonstration for Flight Test Instrumentation
Two papers have been presented as well:
– Best Source Selector implementation and performances in a test range
– On-board processing: a decade of experience opening to new applications
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
We are delighted to welcome Andrei Gugiu as new VP, Aerospace Instrumentation Systems at Safran Data Systems, Inc.
June 2nd, 2023
Prior to joining Safran Data Systems Inc., Andrei had 20+ years of Aerospace and Defense Industry experience with a proven track record of shaping, leading and winning large initiatives for US Government and private commercial clients. Additional expertise includes solid growth and P&L (>$250M) management experience and development and execution of strategic plans for business growth. He is highly skilled in leading diverse project teams with global matrixed staff members.
Andrei was most recently Senior Director of Programs at Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) in Washington, D.C. He was responsible for managing the growth and business operations of all C4ISR Programs, including leading the long-term strategy and road map for ATSC products and software with a $100M book of business for 2023 and beyond. Prior to ATSC, he was Director, CONUS/Americas Programs at FLIR Systems in Washington, D.C. where he managed the Business Development team for all DHS accounts, implemented a 3-year growth strategy for DHS and DoD and led efforts for business transformation. His experience also includes executing large captures and management at Raytheon and PAE through successful capture of DoD Defense Threat Reduction Agency CTRIC III IDIQ ($950M) and $5.1B Army (GTACS) II Contract.
Andrei holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Marymount University, Arlington, Virginia and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Business from George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia. He also holds Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma certifications.
Andrei currently resides in the Washington D.C. area with his wife Gabriela and children Matei and Emma. Andrei is a passionate football supporter and played professionally in Europe; his interests are also space, nature and serving as a mentor for young football players on different clubs.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
From May 22 to 25, 2023, Safran Data Systems, Inc. teams attended ITEA TIW (Test Instrumentation Workshop) trade show in Las Vegas.
May 26, 2023
The team was present in Las Vegas during the Workshop organized by ITEA, the International Test and Evaluation Association. This year’s edition was focus on the need to be alert and aware of all technological developments that may have an impact on our test and evaluation operations. This workshop discussed selected tenets of the various sensor instrumentation support to include the network, communications, and the massive resultant data.
In parallel of the exhibit hall, “hands-on labs” (HOL) were organized. journey through the entire flight test process. HOL represented seven different phases of flight tests.
Safran Data Systems, Inc. was covering phases 2, 4 and 5.
In addition of the booth and the HOL, Johnny Pappas (CTO) gave a class on “IRIG 106-17 Chapter 7 Packet Telemetry Downlink Basis and Implementation Fundamentals”.
This course focused on presenting information to establish a basic understanding of the 2017 release of the IRIG 106, Chapter 7, Packet Telemetry Downlink Standard.
It also focused on the implementation of airborne and ground system hardware and methods to handle IRIG 106, Chapter 7, Packet Telemetry data.
The presentation addressed the implementation of special features necessary to support legacy RF Transmission, data recording, RF Receiving, Ground Reproduction, and Chapter 10 data processing methods.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
The team was present in Las Vegas during the Workshop organized by ITEA, the International Test and Evaluation Association. This year’s edition was focus on the need to be alert and aware of all technological developments that may have an impact on our test and evaluation operations. This workshop discussed selected tenets of the various sensor instrumentation support to include the network, communications, and the massive resultant data.
In parallel of the exhibit hall, “hands-on labs” (HOL) were organized. journey through the entire flight test process. HOL represented seven different phases of flight test ; Safran Data Systems was covering phases 2, 4 and 5.
In addition of the booth and the HOL, Johnny Pappas (CTO) gave a class on “IRIG 106-17 Chapter 7 Packet Telemetry Downlink Basis and Implementation Fundamentals”. This course focused on presenting information to establish a basic understanding of the 2017 release of the IRIG 106, Chapter 7, Packet Telemetry Downlink Standard. It also focused on the implementation of airborne and ground system hardware and methods to handle IRIG 106, Chapter 7, Packet Telemetry data. The presentation addressed the implementation of special features necessary to support legacy RF Transmission, data
recording, RF Receiving, Ground Reproduction, and Chapter 10 data processing methods.
During the 2023 Space Symposium trade show, we reached 7,000 CORTEX delivered! For more than 25 years, Cortex products have been a part of all phases of satellite projects from satellite manufacturing to in-orbit operations.
May 23, 2023
The Cortex Series is the best ally for Satellite Communications, Station Keeping, and Data Reception. Our modems are used by the vast majority of Satellite Operators and Space Agencies.
As Innovation never stops, the Cortex series are now available in two versions:
– Software: NuRoN on any IT platform (On-premise, Edge, Cloud) up to 10 Gb/s
– Optical versions: Cortex Lasercom / In Deep Space version, Cortex eXplorer (deep space EnVision, Vigil, Psyche), telecommunication, TMI
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
Safran Data Systems, Inc. attended the 2023 Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit (QUAD A) in Nashville on April 25-27.
May 4, 2023
On our Safran booth #338 shared with Optics 1, Safran Electronics & Defense and Safran Helicopter Engines, our team were thrilled to be part for the first time as exhibitor at this trade show.
This show was for Safran Data Systems, Inc. the possibility to show our expertise on these domains and how we can answers DoD and private companies needs.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
On our booth 311, Safran Data System’s team were happy to be back in Colorado Springs for the annual Space Symposium trade show (April, 17 – 20).
May 4, 2023
This year, Safran Data Systems were along colleagues from the new Safran Space Division (Safran REOSC, Safran Space Propulsion, OROLIA, etc).
On our booth, attendees were able to see and understand how we meet the new challenges of space with our solutions:
– Space Domain Awareness (WeTrack tracking solution)
– Access to Space (CMA, DTRDM, SDTX)
– Mobile Tracking Solution (IRIS-240 antenna)
– Spacecraft Propulsion (Thursters)
– Time & Frequency (Atomic Clocks)
Safran Data Systems, Inc. is part of the new Safran Space Division, what is it?
– Reunited employees working for space businesses under the same one entity
– Establish Safran as a key global equipment supplier independent of space contractors
– Adopting a global approach reinforced by strong local presence
– Encouraging commercial and technical synergies
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
One year after the second edition in the U.S. (Huntsville, AL and then Palmdale, CA), Testing & Training in Motion came back last week for the third edition. On program: training and hands-on sessions, keynote speaker (Pax River only) with our experts from the US and Europe.
On March 28th, we welcomed our customers in Dowell, near to the Pax River Range, Maryland. We had the pleasure to welcome Dave Walsh, our keynote speaker, who shared his tremendous stories. Dave had a 40+ year career as a flight test engineer at Sikorsky Aircraft. He retired in late 2021 and is currently working part time as a pilot. For the last 10 years of his time at Sikorsky he was a senior Technical Fellow for flight test. More details here: Keynote Speaker TiM Pax River – Meet Dave Walsh! – Safran (safrandatasystemsus.com)
From East to West Coast, the team traveled on March 29th and set up everything in Fort Worth to be ready for the next day.
Agenda
Four training sessions were proposed – the occasion for our attendees CEUs (Continuing Education Units*)
As well as 8 hands-on sessions during the day:
This event format reinforces Safran Data Systems’ image in the U.S. as a provider of effective, sustainable and innovative solutions. Another edition in 2024 is already scheduled.
*A continuing education unit (CEU) is a measure used in continuing education programs to assist the professional to maintain their license in their profession.
From March 13-16, 2023, Safran Data Systems, Inc. attended the Satellite (SatShow) trade show in Washington D.C. with Safran Space affiliates.
March 17, 2023
On our booth 1121, Safran Data System’s team were happy to be back in D.C. for the annual Satellite trade show: a must-attend event for us!
This year, Safran Data Systems were along colleagues from the new Safran Space Division (Safran REOSC, Syrlinks, Safran Space Propulsion, OROLIA, etc).
On our booth, attendees were able to see and understand how we meet the new challenges of space with our solutions:
– Telemetry, TT&C and Communication
– Space & Spectrum Awareness
– Electric Propulsion Systems
– On-Board & Ground Optics
– Timing & Radio-Navigation
– Launch Vehicle Instrumentation & Navigation
Safran Data Systems, Inc. is part of the new Safran Space Division, what is it?
– Reunited employees working for space businesses under the same one entity
– Establish Safran as a key global equipment supplier independent of space contractors
– Adopting a global approach reinforced by strong local presence
– Encouraging commercial and technical synergies
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
From March 7 to 9 2023, Safran Data Systems’ teams were in Atlanta for HAI HELI EXPO, the commercial helicopter trade show.
March 17, 2023
On our booth C2109 at HAI HELI EXPO (Atlanta), our team were delighted to meet our customers and to discuss about our products we were showcasing:
– and for Missions with the VS1410 and the VS1510 (Data & Video Recorders, Servers)
A lot of Safran companies were also presented (Safran Electronics & Defense, Safran Helicopter Engines…) – the opportunity to show how Safran is involved in the U.S.
Safran in the U.S. represents more than 8,000 employees in 24 states. The group has been operated since nearly 50 years.
Safran is a key supplier to the U.S. civil aviation industry and +900 Arriel helicopter engines have been delivered to the U.S. Army.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
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