
Avet Sahakian
@avetsahakian
I build hardware prototypes and autonomous drone systems for startup ventures.
What I'm looking for
I build functional hardware prototypes and startup MVPs, from component selection through testing and presentation. At AUA Engineering School, I helped design and deliver a fully functional prototype using gas sensors, microcontrollers, and alert systems.
I've built an autonomous UAV using an APM 2.5 flight controller, custom ArduPilot configuration, PID tuning, and MAVLink mission planning. My work integrated motors, ESCs, LiPo power management, GPS, IMU, telemetry, RC systems, and flight failsafes.
At AUA EPIC and John Cabot University, I've developed venture concepts, pitch decks, and entrepreneurial problem-solving skills while mentoring international student teams. My work has been recognized through a second-place EDA Hackathon finish and Entrepreneurship World Cup showcase award.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Startup Mentor & Entrepreneur
John Cabot University
Feb 2026 - Mar 2026 (1 month)
Participated in JCU's peer-to-peer Student Mentor Program, guiding high school teams through the full ideation-to-presentation process in an international entrepreneurship initiative. Instilled an entrepreneurial mindset, discipline, and structured problem-solving across cross-cultural student groups.
Researcher & Entrepreneur
AUA EPIC
Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 (2 months)
Built functional minimum viable products (MVPs) and created compelling pitch decks to demonstrate product viability and potential impact. Collaborated in cross-functional teams to brainstorm, problem-solve, and develop venture concepts under timed, high-pressure conditions typical of startup environments.
Hardware Engineer
AUA Engineering School
Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 (1 month)
Collaborated in a cross-functional engineering team to design, prototype, and present a fully functional prototype. Spearheaded the selection, integration, and testing of hardware components, including gas sensors, microcontrollers, and alert systems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American University of Armenia
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Sciences
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Sciences at the American University of Armenia.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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Portfolio
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