1. Be able to formulate scientific tasks, plan theoretical and practical research, choose suitable methods for collecting and analyzing data. Use bibliographic and patent bases, check the accuracy of information. Present the results in an understandable form to the scientific community and industrial partners.
2. Take engineering decisions taking into account the market situation, sustainable development, environmental and legal standards. Be able to analyze the business model of the project, assess business risks, profitability and possible consequences of the introduction of unmanned technologies for society and the environment.
3. Use mathematical methods - from linear algebra to statistics - to solve engineering problems. Create analytical and numerical models, calculate the stability of systems, use optimization methods. Use mathematical programming libraries to analyze aerodynamics, navigation, and big data.
4. Understand the key physical processes affecting the operation of the BPA: aerodynamics, mechanics, thermal and electromagnetic phenomena. Perform calculations and confirm them with experiments and simulations. Analyze the influence of temperature, vibration, humidity and other factors on the reliability of components.
5. Design power circuits, sensor systems, power electronics, simulate and check for compliance with standards. Select components by power, weight and price. Calibrate sensors, document tests, and ensure measurement quality and accuracy.
6. Write modular code in C++ and Python, work with microcontrollers and single-board computers. Be able to conduct hardware-in-the-loop testing, optimize performance, and reduce power consumption. Ensure that programs are resilient to cyberattacks and failures.
7. Create real-time data processing systems, train neural networks, use methods of compressing and accelerating models. Implement algorithms for recognizing and tracking objects, evaluate their accuracy and reliability. Scale solutions in cloud platforms and analyze model performance.
8. Design and calculate radio channels, select suitable modulations, protection codes and exchange protocols for unmanned platforms. Take into account noise and losses, calculate energy budgets. Implement encryption, authentication and immunity to interference and external interference.
9. Develop control regulators, analyze stability and sensitivity of systems. Perform hardware tests on benches, analyze the obtained time diagrams and spectra. Make recommendations to improve control and accuracy of trajectories.
10. Integrate satellite, inertial, visual and barometric measurements into a single navigation system. Design geodata, use maps and GIS to build routes taking into account terrain and weather conditions. Develop algorithms for avoiding obstacles and predicting positioning errors.
11. Choose composites, metals and polymers based on mechanical characteristics, corrosion resistance and cost, calculate mass center-inertial parameters. Design frames, fairings and payload suspensions, analyze thermal modes and electromagnetic compatibility, select power supplies and cooling systems. Apply FEA/CFD to optimize strength and aerodynamics, plan shaker tests and prepare certification documentation.
12. Apply systems engineering techniques to project management. Use CAD/CAM/CAE tools to create digital twins. Formulate KPIs, manage schedules, resources and changes. Coordinate teams, verify prototypes and ensure reliable operation of unmanned systems.