NGNino Gancitano
@ninogancitano
Technical Product Manager & Embedded Systems Engineer with 10+ years experience.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Technical Product Manager and Embedded Systems Engineer with over a decade of hands-on experience in bridging hardware and software engineering. My expertise spans new product development across various industries, including aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, IoT, and defense. I have a proven track record of managing complex technical programs from initial planning through to market launch.
As the Founder and Lead Engineer at Hawthorne3D, I provide engineering and product development services, transforming innovative ideas into reality. My notable projects include developing an automatic license plate recognition system and a low-cost prosthetic hand that utilizes advanced technologies such as EMG sensors and custom firmware. My experience also includes leading hardware engineering efforts at AeroDefense, where I designed embedded electronics for drones and developed AI systems for drone detection.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & Lead Engineer
Hawthorne3D
Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Provided engineering and product development services, contributing to projects such as an automatic license plate recognition system and a low-cost smart transradial prosthetic. Designed and built a fully sealed toroidal engine prototype and a heat-pipe based cooling system for a CubeSat.
Lead Hardware Engineer
AeroDefense
Jun 2020 - Jun 2025 (5 years)
Led hardware engineering for embedded electronics and PCBs in drone and drone detection systems, encompassing firmware, electrical, and mechanical development. Developed a drone detection AI system and programmed Software-Defined Radios using GNU radio.
Manufacturing Engineer
Mercury Systems
Feb 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 4 months)
Supported the development and production of microelectronics for aerospace and defense, adhering to highly regulated QA environments. Automated manufacturing processes on wirebonding and pick and place machinery using custom Python and C++ scripts, significantly reducing programming time.
Computer Science Research Assistant
Stevens Institute of Technology
May 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 7 months)
Designed and maintained a data pipeline for processing over 1 million emails. Developed a machine learning model using Python's scikit-learn library to classify email sentiment with high accuracy.
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
WSP
Dec 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 1 month)
Designed custom HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for skyscrapers, ensuring compliance with NYC Building Code and LEED guidelines. Led drafting automation efforts through AutoLISP and Revit scripting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
STStevens Institute of Technology
Bachelor's of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
2013 - 2018
Grade: Dean's List
Activities and societies: 5-year Co-op Program, Dean's List
Completed a 5-year Co-op Program in Mechanical Engineering. Achieved Dean's List recognition for academic excellence.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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