Joachim Agou, P.Eng.

Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering Leader (P.Eng.) | Systems Integration • Project & Operations Management

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in mechanical and aerospace engineering with 12+ years of experience delivering complex systems across the aerospace, energy, and technology sectors. Specialized in systems integration, gas turbine testing, data acquisition, and robotic systems for space applications. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage full project lifecycles—from requirements to testing and deployment—across both global organizations and entrepreneurial ventures. Additional experience in business operations, media production, and consulting. Bilingual in French and English, with a collaborative, results-driven approach to solving technical and operational challenges.

💼 EXPERIENCE

Accounting & Operations Administrator

Sarah Mae Ives Social Media Inc. (Digital Marketing Firm)
📍 Vancouver, BC, Canada | 🗓️ September 2024 – Present

• Financial Oversight — Manage daily cash flow and invoicing operations across 100+ active client accounts. Process payments to contractors through RBC PayEdge and oversee subscription transactions using Kajabi, Stripe, and PayPal.
• Workflow Optimization — Lead a cross-functional team of 4–6 (admins, moderators, tech/media assistants), streamlining coordination across finance, customer support, and CEO directives.
• CRM & Systems Design — Built and maintain an end-to-end custom Google Sheets-based CRM to track subscriptions, student enrollments, sales, and payments—enhancing reporting accuracy and reducing admin hours by 30%.
• Reporting & Analysis — Deliver weekly dashboards and performance summaries to the CEO, supporting financial planning, revenue tracking, and team accountability.
• Customer Support — Resolve customer access, billing, and transaction issues through email and Slack; implement follow-up systems to reduce churn and restore failed accounts.
• Process Improvements — Standardized key workflows for contracts and payment cycles, improving turnaround speed and ensuring 100% compliance with internal policies.

Founder & Consultant — Independent Ventures

Entrepreneurship
📍 Victoria, BC, Canada | 🗓️ July 2023 – Present (concurrent with other roles)

• Aerial Media & Video Production — Founded and operate a drone-based content service delivering high-resolution aerial photography and promotional videos for clients in education, hospitality, and cultural sectors. Notable engagements include Fairmont Empress, University of Victoria, and Alliance Française Victoria. Work has directly supported brand exposure, increased event attendance, and enhanced online engagement.​
• Live Streaming Services — Produce and manage live-streaming projects for various events, specializing in remote locations across Vancouver Island. Customized streaming solutions to meet client needs, effectively bridging distances for families and communities, and providing training to remote workers.​
• Engineering Consulting — Provided hands-on technical consulting to industrial clients for oven system installations and backup power design. Delivered turnkey solutions from specification through commissioning, with a focus on safety, energy efficiency, and downtime reduction.
• Client Relations & Project Management — Scoped, budgeted, and managed end-to-end project delivery across multiple industries. Coordinated vendors, scheduled production, and handled client communications to ensure satisfaction and repeat business

Project Manager — Restaurant Operations (Pre-Launch)

📍 Victoria, BC, Canada | 🗓️ March 2024 – September 2024

• Pre-Launch Execution — Spearheaded the full pre-launch development of a new vegetarian buffet concept, completing all milestones from business plan to facility readiness. Successfully executed site selection, lease negotiation, permitting, hiring, renovations, supplier contracts and operational setup. While the launch was ultimately canceled due to external factors, all planned milestones were completed on schedule.
• Business Planning — Built a comprehensive business case including market analysis, pricing strategy, brand development, and financial projections aligned with a seasonal buffet model. Presented plan to investors and strategic partners.
• Operations & Regulatory Compliance — Directed procurement, kitchen layout planning, and workflow design in line with the restaurant concept, while ensuring full adherence to local health, safety, and food service regulations, including FoodSafe certification and municipal inspections.
• Menu Development & Costing — Collaborated with chefs to create, cost, and test a diverse, buffet-style farm-to-table menu (where feasible), reflecting the brand’s nutritional and seasonal values.
• Supplier & Vendor Management — Built and maintained a network of local, sustainable suppliers. Negotiated and renewed vendor contracts for produce, kitchen equipment, cleaning services, and buffet infrastructure.

This venture strengthened my project management, vendor negotiation, and regulatory compliance skills—fully transferable to both technical and business environments.

Career Break — Personal and Family Development

📍 Victoria, BC, Canada | 🗓️ February 2023 – July 2023

• Family Focus & Relocation — Prioritized family commitments, successfully managing the logistics of relocating from Ontario to British Columbia. This period was dedicated to supporting a significant family transition and demonstrating strong organizational and planning skills.
• Personal Development — Engaged in continuous learning through online courses and workshops aimed at professional growth and maintaining industry relevance.

Senior Systems/Project Engineer — Robotics & Space Operations

MDA
📍 Brampton, ON, Canada | 🗓️ February 2022 – February 2023

• End-to-End Systems Engineering — Led the full lifecycle development of robotic systems for on-orbit servicing and planetary exploration missions (e.g., ISS, lunar, Mars). Oversaw system architecture, trade studies, detailed design, integration, testing, and on-orbit validation to ensure mission alignment and readiness.
• Project Management — Managed day-to-day execution across cross-disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software, mission ops), ensuring milestones were met within technical, schedule, and cost constraints on CSA- and NASA-aligned programs.
• Test & Verification Leadership — Developed and implemented rigorous system-level test plans and verification procedures. Coordinated environmental and performance testing to meet spaceflight qualification standards.
• Design Optimization — Applied design-to-cost (DTC) and design-for-manufacture (DFM) methodologies to reduce complexity, shorten integration timelines, and improve system reliability under launch and space conditions.
• Technical Documentation & Analysis — Delivered mission-critical documentation including system specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), verification matrices, and trade-off analyses. Used PTC Windchill and IBM DOORS for configuration management and requirements traceability.
• Problem Solving & Support — Investigated system anomalies using telemetry data and root cause analysis. Provided engineering support for mission operations, contributing to successful resolution and handoff.
• Proposal & Cost Support — Collaborated with project managers and technical leads on resource planning, ROM estimates, and technical input for proposals and stakeholder briefings.

Gas Turbine Applications Engineer — Systems Integrator

MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions
📍 Ottawa, ON, Canada | 🗓️ December 2013 – February 2022

• Turnkey Facility Development — Led the design and deployment of custom-built gas turbine test facilities for aviation, industrial, and marine applications; leading full lifecycle execution from requirements and concept design to commissioning and client handover.
• Technical Leadership — Oversaw integration of mechanical, electrical, data acquisition, and control systems. Delivered custom solutions involving:
  • Development of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) and associated software development
  • Design of instrumentation and control systems
  • Engineering of mechanical systems, encompassing both static and dynamic components, including rotor-dynamics
  • Aerodynamic and acoustic design considerations
  • Environmental engineering to meet regulatory standards
  • Oversight of production, assembly, integration, and testing processes
  • Comprehensive facilities planning and construction management
• Client-Facing Engineering Delivery — Acted as lead interface for global clients including Rolls-Royce, Siemens, Safran, NASA, and Air France. Delivered successful project handoffs, Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP), and multi-day on-site commissioning and training programs.
• Major Projects Portfolio — Delivered 15+ Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and Research and Development (R&D) facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Notable programs include:
  • MRO:
    • Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (France): Worked on engine models including CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, GE90-115B, GE90-94B, EA GP7200, GEnx-1B, and GEnx-2B.
    • GKN Aerospace (Sweden): Handled projects involving Volvo RM12 and RM16 engines for the Gripen fighter jet.
    • StandardAero (Canada) (formerly Vector Aerospace): Focused on various P&WC JT15D engine variants.
    • Lockheed Martin Commercial Engine Solutions (Canada): Managed a range of CFM56 variants and GE CF6-50C2.
    • Safran Aircraft Engine Services Morocco (Morocco): Worked on multiple CFM56 engine variants.
    • Rolls-Royce (UK): Contributed to engine console projects.
    • GA Telesis Engine Services (Finland): Handled CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, and GE CF6-80C2 engines.
  • R&D:
    • Rolls-Royce / NASA Stennis Space Center (USA): Developed and conducted certification testing for an outdoor jet engine test facility.
    • Safran Aircraft Engines (France): Conducted certification testing for the CFM LEAP-1A and endurance testing for the CFM56 engines.
    • MAN Energy Solutions (Germany): Worked on industrial gas turbines MGT6000-2S and MG8000-1S.
    • Siemens (Canada): Handled projects involving the industrial RB211 gas turbine.
    • MDS AeroTest / GLACIER Test Facility (Canada): Provided support for emissions analyzer systems.
    • AVIC Commercial Aircraft Engines / AECC (China): Conducted development testing for fan, booster, high-pressure compressor (HPC), and turbine components.
    • Shanghai Electric Blower Works Co. (China): Engaged in development testing for compressors.
• Systems Integration — Led the seamless integration of multidisciplinary subsystems—mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, software, and controls—into fully operational gas turbine test facilities. Translated complex client requirements into actionable specifications and system architectures. Developed work breakdown structures, schedules, and resource plans; oversaw full project execution including procurement, manufacturing, assembly, installation, and commissioning. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure system-level performance, reliability, and compliance with aviation and industrial standards.
• Project Management & Procurement — Led project planning, scheduling, and risk management across cross-functional teams. Managed vendor selection and ERP-driven procurement for capital equipment, instrumentation, and construction.
• Data Systems Expertise — Customized Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) and measurement instruments to meet specific client requirements. Developed post-analysis report templates, real-time display interfaces, and automated test sequences to enhance data accuracy and usability.
• Gas Turbine Proficiency — Defined critical engine and facility metrics for gas turbine testing, ensuring accurate data capture and analysis. Designed operational consoles integrating Human-Machine Interface (HMI) controls and developed comprehensive verification and test plans.
• Technical Documentation — Authored and supervised the creation of key technical documents, including Engineering Specifications (ES), Design Briefs (DB), General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Purchase Requests (PR), and Engineering Coordination Memos (ECM). Focused on documentation for data acquisition software components, control/test systems, console design, and customer support protocols.
• Customer Support — Delivered extensive client training programs, both on-site and remotely, to ensure effective operation of gas turbine testing systems. Provided ongoing support during and beyond the commissioning phase (6+ months), troubleshooting system anomalies and implementing appropriate technical resolutions.
• Business Development — Actively contributed to the company’s growth by crafting compelling bids, proposals, and tenders, aligning technical solutions with client needs and market trends.

Combustion & Pollutant Emissions Engineer — Aerothermal

Siemens Canada (formerly Rolls-Royce Canada) — Research and Technology
📍 Montreal, QC, Canada | 🗓️ January 2013 – December 2013

• Emissions Testing & Instrumentation — Conducted pollutant measurements on gas turbine testbeds using high-precision analyzers including FTIR, FID, and O₂ CEMS (Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems). Ensured compliance with EPA/ISO standards and enhanced emissions profiling accuracy.
• Biofuel Research & Characterization — Evaluated over 10 liquid and gaseous biofuel formulations (biodiesel, syngas blends) to assess emissions, smoke point, lean blowout limits, and operational stability. Supported Siemens’ GHG-reduction initiatives.
• Combustion CFD Modelling — Developed CFD models to simulate biofuel injection, atomization, and combustion performance in aero-thermal environments. Used tools such as ANSYS Fluent to optimize injector design and burner geometry.
• Data Analysis & Process Optimization — Improved post-processing workflows and statistical validation for non-standard emissions metrics, enhancing result reliability and supporting R&D reporting.
• Comparative Performance Analysis — Benchmarked experimental biofuel results against conventional jet fuels to quantify performance tradeoffs and support long-term adoption strategy.

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant — with Dr. Alain De Champlain

Combustion Engineering Research Laboratory at Laval University
📍 Quebec City, QC, Canada | 🗓️ January 2011 – May 2013

• Biofuel & Emissions Research — Investigated applications of liquid and gaseous biofuels for gas turbines and aircraft propulsion. Conducted advanced pollutant analysis using FTIR (Fourier Transformation Infrared) spectroscopy to evaluate combustion emissions in swirl combustors.
• Spray & Combustion Modeling — Performed experimental spray characterization using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and CFD (ANSYS Fluent) to model biodiesel atomization and combustion performance.
• Experimental Setup & Instrumentation — Designed, assembled, and calibrated complex lab rigs including injectors, mass flow controllers, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers. Hands-on tasks included soldering, wiring, and equipment integration.
• Data Acquisition & Analysis — Developed and deployed a custom Data Acquisition System (DAS) and Excel VBA toolset to automate combustion data analysis and validate experimental results.
• Teaching & Mentorship — Delivered guest lectures in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Thermodynamics. Led laboratory sessions and evaluated student lab reports. Supervised and trained 4+ international interns on experimental procedures and lab safety.
• Technical Reporting & Safety Compliance — Authored detailed technical documentation and safety protocols. Completed WHMIS and WORKSMART training to uphold laboratory compliance standards.

Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering — with Dr. Razvan Rusovici

Florida Institute of Technology
📍 Melbourne, FL, USA | 🗓️ January 2010 – June 2010

• Adaptive Structures Research — Conducted independent research on smart/adaptive structural systems with a focus on vibration control, structural health monitoring, and performance optimization under dynamic loads.
• Simulation & Analysis — Applied Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to evaluate mechanical behavior in fluid-structure interaction scenarios using ANSYS (Mechanical & CFX).
• Design & Modeling — Created 3D models of experimental test structures using Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) and validated simulations through comparison with analytical predictions.
• Technical Proficiency — Strengthened expertise in CAD/CAE tools and advanced numerical modeling techniques foundational to aerospace and mechanical systems design.

Formula SAE Series — with Stephanie Hopper and Dr. Youngsik Choi

Florida Tech Motorsports (FIT)
📍 Melbourne, FL & Michigan International Speedway, MI, USA | 🗓️ November 2008 – May 2009

• Powertrain Engineering Lead — Directed the design and integration of the FSAE vehicle’s powertrain, including engine mapping, differential tuning, and dynamic simulation. Spearheaded performance optimization using industry-standard tools (SolidWorks, ANSYS, Cosmos Design), improving drivetrain reliability and vehicle acceleration.
• Composite Body Design — Engineered and fabricated the race car’s composite bodywork, balancing structural integrity, weight reduction, and aerodynamic performance. Applied hands-on skills in composite layup and testing.
• Track-Ready Validation — Oversaw subsystem testing and participated in final track validation at the FSAE competition in Michigan, ensuring compliance with performance and safety requirements under real-world racing conditions.
• Digital Engagement — Launched and maintained the Florida Tech Motorsports website to document engineering progress and enhance team visibility. Contributed to digital engagement, sponsor communication, and recruitment efforts.

Service Technician (Intern)

Prestige Dentaire
📍 Nice, France | 🗓️ June – July 2006

• Technical Maintenance & Diagnostics — Assisted in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of dental systems, including pneumatic actuators, high-speed rotary instruments, suction units, and sterilization equipment.
• System Overhaul & Repair — Supported the repair, calibration, and reassembly of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components, ensuring operational reliability and compliance with clinic safety protocols.
• On-Site Client Support — Collaborated with dental practitioners to assess equipment failures and implement rapid, effective service solutions in clinical environments.

Military Experience (Volunteer) — Sar-El Program

Tsahal, Israeli Army Training Program
📍 Hatzerim Air Force Base, Israel | 🗓️ July – August 2005

• International Military Volunteering — Participated in the Sar-El civilian support program at Hatzerim Air Force Base, assisting Israeli Defense Forces with base operations and logistics.
• Operational Support & Discipline — Carried out maintenance, equipment handling, and logistics tasks in a structured, high-discipline military environment.
• Cross-Cultural Collaboration — Worked alongside volunteers and military personnel from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and a strong commitment to mission support.

🧠 SKILLS & ABILITIES

🔧 Industry Expertise:

• Systems Integration, Systems Engineering, Project Engineering & Management
• Aerospace Engineering, Energy Systems, Business Strategy, Testing & Validation, Operations, Robotics

🚀 Technical Domains:

• Gas Turbines, Jet Engines, Turbomachinery, Propulsion, Test Facilities
• Data Acquisition Systems, Aerodynamics, Thermodynamics, Combustion, Fluid Dynamics
• Emissions Analysis, Predictive Maintenance (vibration analysis, trend detection, anomaly response), Energy & Climate Change

🛠️ Tools & Engineering Software:

• CFD & Simulation: ANSYS Fluent, CFX, ICEM CFD, GAMBIT
• CAD/FEA: SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro/ENGINEER & Creo, AutoCAD, ANSYS Workbench/APDL, Cosmos, CNC/Mastercam
• Data Acquisition: NI LabVIEW, proDAS/nxDAS, iDDS, LaVision FlowMaster
• MBSE & Requirements: SysML (familiar), IBM DOORS (familiar), PTC Windchill, Omnify Empower

💻 Programming, Data & Analytics:

• Python (data analysis, automation), MATLAB, Excel/VBA, SQL, Java
• Visualization & Dashboards: Power BI, Tableau, Google Sheets CRM
• Machine Learning (Basics), Process Monitoring

🧰 Productivity & IT Tools

• Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Photoshop, XD, Premiere), VMware
• Unix/Linux (CentOS, Red Hat, Ubuntu), Google Workspace

• Version Control: Git, Subversion

  Bug Tracking: JIRA, Bugzilla

• Web Tech: HTML/CSS, XML, Apache, LaTeX, MediaWiki
• Networking: Kali Linux (Wi-Fi security), LAN/WAN Configuration, Tech Support
• Slack, Kajabi, Stripe, Dubsado, RBC PayEdge

🤝 Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
• Training & Teaching, Change Management, Engineering Management
• Adaptability to Remote & Cross-Cultural Teams (North America, Europe, Asia)

🌍 Languages

• French (Native), English (Fluent), Spanish (Limited Working Proficiency), Italian (Elementary), Hebrew (Elementary)

🎓 EDUCATION

Laval University

Master of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering with Experimental Thesis (ABD)
📍 Quebec City, QC, Canada — 🗓️ December 2013

• Research Assistant, Combustion Laboratory
• Teaching Assistant, MAE Thermodynamics
• Laser Safety Certificate & WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) qualified.
• Relevant Coursework:
  • Combustion Fundamentals (+CFD)
  • Internal Combustion Engines (+CFD)
  • Propulsion / Air-Breathing Engines (+CFD)
  • Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning
  • Systems Optimization
  • Control Systems

Carleton University

Summer Program, Mechanical Engineering
📍 Ottawa, ON, Canada — 🗓️ Summer 2012

• Conducted experimental research using PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) and PDPA (Phase Doppler Particle Analyzer)

Florida Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Transfer Student)
📍 Melbourne, FL, USA — 🗓️ May 2010

• Contributed as a Powertrain Division member and Bodywork designer for Formula SAE.
• Relevant Coursework:
  • Computer-Aided Engineering
  • Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics
  • Design of Machine Elements
  • Mechanical Vibrations
  • Fluid Mechanics (+Lab)
  • Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
  • Mechanical Engineering Design 2
  • Thermal Systems Design
  • Thermodynamics 2
  • Heat Transfer (+Lab)
  • Control Systems
  • Electric & Electronics Circuits
  • Theory of Machines
  • Materials Science and Engineering (+Lab)
  • Calculus 3
  • Boundary Value Problems
  • Technical Communication
  • Engineering Economy & Planning
  • Music Theory

SKEMA Business School (formerly Euro-American Institute of Technology)

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Transfer Program)
📍 Sophia Antipolis, France — 🗓️ January 2007

• Relevant Coursework:
  • Thermodynamics 1
  • Aerodynamics
  • Statics & Dynamics
  • Deformable Solids
  • Physics 2 (+Lab)
  • Computer Aided Design and Drafting
  • Software Development: Java & C++
  • General Chemistry
  • Ethics

🔁 Florida Institute of Technology and SKEMA Business School were part of a dual-degree program, and thus share a common graduation project.

Lycée Général et Technologique Les Eucalyptus

Baccalauréat — Science Stream (S), Specialization: Physics & Chemistry; Option: Engineering Sciences
📍 Nice, France — 🗓️ June 2004

📚 PUBLICATIONS & CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

• J. Agou, B. Paquet & A. deChamplain
  “Emission Measurements of Various Biofuels using a Commercial Swirl-Type Air-Assist Dual Fuel Injector” (with presentation)
  The Combustion Institute – Canadian Section (CICS), Spring Technical Meeting
  Université Laval, Québec, Canada — May 13–16, 2013

• M. Youssef, J. Agou, B. Paquet & A. deChamplain
  “Comparative Study for Biodiesel Properties and Standards for Gas Turbine” (with presentation)
  The Combustion Institute – Canadian Section (CICS), Spring Technical Meeting
  University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada — May 13–16, 2012

🛠️ CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS

🔧 Engineering & Technical Safety

• PMP® Exam Prep Seminar
  Instructingcom, LLC — Nov 2018 | ID: 109EPSWB
• ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Control
  MDA — Feb 2022
• Electrical Safety Awareness
  MDA — Feb 2022
• Laser Safety Certificate
  Université Laval — May 2011 | License: CAN/CSA E-60825-1:03; IEC 60825-1
• Laser Safety Training
  MDA — Feb 2022
• Lockout/Tagout – Control of Hazardous Energy Training
  MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions
• Instant HR – Workplace Hazards Training
  MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions
• IT Risk and Cybersecurity Training for Employees
  MDS — Aug 2019
• Occupational Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers in Ontario
  MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions
• Task Area Awareness
  MDA — Feb 2022
• AODA Customer Service Training
  MDS — Sep 2014
• AODA Training
  MDA — Feb 2022
• COVID-19 Employee Health and Safety Training
  MDS — Jun 2020

🦺 Construction & Site Access Training

• Working at Heights Training
  Safety Training Ottawa — Aug 2019 | Trainer: Debbie Desaulniers | Cert ID: WAH-34633
• Working at Heights Training
  LaborTek Personnel — Jul 2016 | Cert ID: WAH-34595
• Aerial Lifts & Aerial Work Platforms
  Worksite Safety Compliance Center — Mar 2017 | Certificate: 156AWP-64
• Elevated Work Platform – Safety Training
  CRS Contractors Rental Supply
• Fall Protection – Safety Training
  CRS Contractors Rental Supply

⛑️ First Aid & Emergency Response

• Standard First Aid, CPR Level C & AED
  Ottawa Paramedic Service HQ — Jul 2021
• Emergency First Aid – CPR & AED
  Canadian Red Cross | Trainer: Jennifer Sybrandy | Certificate: 30200842

🛃 Security & Compliance

• Airport Security Awareness Training Certificate
  Butterfly Aero Training — Jun 2014 | License: GB81580A20140623
• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
  • Université Laval — Date Not Specified
  • MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions — Jan 2015
  • WHMIS 2015 New Hire Assessment
    MDA — Feb 2022

🌎 Border Security & Identification

• NEXUS
  Canada Border Services Agency — Since Jan 2019

🏆 AWARDS

Best Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Project

• Formula SAE Competition — Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL | April 2009

👥 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
  Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland & Labrador (PEGNL) — Member #12071

• ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers
  Member #102114839

• SAE International – Society of Automotive Engineers
  Member #6153388042 | Member since 2009

🎯 INTERESTS

Sports & Fitness

Soccer, Karate (purple belt), Wakeboarding, Windsurfing (intermediate – purple sail level), Skiing, Cycling

Creative & Cultural

Cinema, Music (DJ), Photography, Graphic Design, Traveling

Technology & Innovation

High-Tech Trends, Engineering Innovation, Aerospace, AI & Robotics

Online version available on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joachimagou/

Updated ~March 2025

📇 REFERENCES

Full list of professional and academic references available upon request. Select references can be provided to prospective employers or collaborators

Jean-Luc Dicaire
Manager of Applications
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2210
Phone: +1 (438) 483-8082
E-mail: Jean-Luc.Dicaire@mdsaero.com

Qing Li
Chief Technical Support Engineer – Asia
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2284
E-mail: Qing.Li@mdsaero.com

Robert Schroeder
Chief Software Engineer
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2477
E-mail: Robert.Schroeder@mdsaero.com

William Corbett
Technical Director
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 299-2968
E-mail: William.Corbett@mdsaero.com

Patrick Mullington
Systems Engineer
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2493
E-mail: Patrick.Mullington@mdsaero.com

Denis Stang
Test Systems Site Integrator
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2014
E-mail: Denis.Stang@mdsaero.com

Aleksander Wisniewski
Gas Turbine Applications Engineer
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (514) 707-0724
E-mail: Aleksander.Wisniewski@mdsaero.com

Dionne Barwise
Director of Measurement Engineering
MDS Aero Support Corporation, Suite 200, 1220 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V3, Canada
Phone: +1 (613) 744-5794 x2230
E-mail: Dionne.Barwise@mdsaero.com

Michael Ambacher
Flight Simulator Test Specialist
CAE Inc., 8585 Chem. de la Côte-de-Liesse, Saint-Laurent, QC H4T 1G6
Phone: +1 (514) 627-9005

Mina Youssef
Test Engineer
Nova Bus - Volvo, 1000 Bd Industriel, Saint-Eustache, QC J7R 5A5, Canada
Phone: +1 (514) 967-4100

Dr. Alain de Champlain
Director & Professor, Head of Combustion Research Laboratory.
Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
Laval University, 1065 Avenue de la Médecine, Quebec City, Quebec, G1V 0A6, Canada
Phone: +1 (438) 656-2131 x2198
E-mail: alain.dechamplain@gmc.ulaval.ca

Bernard Paquet
Research Engineer, Supervisor of Combustion Research Laboratory.
Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
Laval University, 1065 Avenue de la Médecine, Quebec City, Quebec, G1V 0A6, Canada
Phone: +1 (438) 656-2131 x6809
E-mail: bernard.paquet@gmc.ulaval.ca

Dr. Robert Gordon
Combustion Specialist, Team Leader of Research & Technology division.
Rolls-Royce Canada, 9500 Côte de Liesse, Montreal, Quebec, H8T 1A2, Canada
Phone: +1 (514) 636-0964 x7316
E-mail: robert.gordon2@rolls-royce.com

Dr. Yan Grasselli
Academic Head of Bachelor programs and Head of the Environmental and Marine Sciences Bachelor department.
SKEMA Business School, 60 rue Dostoïevski, 06902 Sophia Antipolis, France
Phone: +33 (0) 4 93 95 44 03
E-mail: yan.grasselli@skema.edu