ÖZGÜN CAN

Coordinates testing and certification activities for defense projects, develops and maintains test documentation, and collaborates with engineering, QA, and regulatory bodies to support project delivery.

Led auxiliary ships and unmanned systems departments, managed submarine rescue and towing projects, and headed NATO delegation workstreams on AUVs and ASVs for test, certification, and integration.

Maintained pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, PLC and robotic systems in munitions demilitarization workshops and performed periodic inspections of plant and hoisting equipment as part of facility modernization.

Coordinated Tuzla-class patrol boat construction activities, monitored milestones and compliance, and prepared status reports for senior management and funding bodies.

Oversaw administrative and technical aspects of ship construction projects including 1700-ton SAR and 80-class patrol boats, coordinating schedules, resources, and stakeholder reporting to deliver projects on time and budget.

Measured and analyzed airborne, structureborne and waterborne vibration and noise on naval vessels to reduce signatures for ASW/SW, recommending noise-reduction solutions for propulsion and auxiliary systems.

Managed construction control activities for military construction projects, overseeing quality, compliance, and on-site coordination to ensure project specifications were met.

Conducted technical feasibility studies and risk assessments for defense industry projects, ensuring alignment with military requirements and compliance with stringent standards.

Performed repair and maintenance of construction vehicles and automotive fleets, coordinated procurement of spare parts, and handled licensing/inspection with Russian authorities to maintain operational readiness.

Activities and societies: Thesis research in vibration and sound.

Completed an M.Sc. in Engineering Sciences (thesis-based interdisciplinary program) with research on vibration and sound; thesis on the effect of noise on shipyard workers.

Activities and societies: Laboratory courses, term projects, capstone design.

Completed a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering covering statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design, manufacturing, control systems and capstone projects.

Activities and societies: School known for ethical values and social responsibility.

Completed secondary education at TED Ankara Koleji with emphasis on academic excellence and language proficiency.