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Ricardo Bacha Borges is an experienced engineer specializing in avionics systems and software with a focus on aerospace applications. Currently serving as a Consultant and BMS Software Leader at magniX since January 2023, and as a Senior Avionics Systems and Software Engineer at B2Space since February 2021, Ricardo is actively involved in developing cost-effective solutions for space launch systems and mentoring junior engineers. Previously, positions held include Control Systems Design Engineer at Rolls-Royce, where contributions were made to hybrid aviation projects and a ventilator challenge, as well as significant roles at Embraer on the KC-390 program and the modernization of the A-4 Skyhawk. With a Master of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica and a Bachelor of Science in Automatic Control from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Ricardo possesses a strong technical foundation complemented by extensive hands-on experience with various tools and technologies in both embedded systems and control laws development.
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magniX has developed a family of flight proven electric propulsion units (EPUs) and energy storage systems (ESS) for commercial aviation. ESS options include high density batteries and hydrogen fuel cells.magniX powered the all-electric flight of a modified Robinson R44 helicopter. The battery-electric retrofit was sponsored by UnitedTherapeutics — a biotechnology company on a mission to develop a fleet of zero-emissions rotorcraft to deliver life-saving transplant organs to hospitals.magniX was established on January 1, 2009 in Redmond, Washington.