Singapore
Technology and business leader with 30+ years of international experience, including work with Japanese multinational corporations (MNCs), delivering commercially viable deep-tech solutions across space, embedded systems, and advanced electronics. Proven ability to translate complex R&D into scalable products, strategic partnerships, and revenue-generating programmes across Asia. Currently leading a specialized satellite research and development centre within a top-tier university, operating at the intersection of industry collaboration, applied research, and technology commercialization. Extensive experience managing multi-million-USD regional (Asia) sales accounts, as well as end-to-end satellite and embedded system development programmes—from concept and system architecture through deployment and operations. Brings strong Japanese MNC execution discipline combined with startup-level agility. Demonstrated track record in building and scaling engineering teams, establishing robust operational frameworks, and driving market-led strategy. Comfortable engaging with executives, investors, government agencies, and industry partners to align technology roadmaps with business and investment objectives. Core Strengths +Leadership of applied R&D and commercially driven technology programmes +Multi-million-USD account and project ownership across the Asia region +Experience working with and delivering for Japanese MNCs +Technology commercialization and industry partnership development +Market research, competitive analysis, and go-to-market strategy execution +Delivery of 30+ embedded system products from prototype to production +Multi-disciplinary system architecture with deep expertise in hardware and firmware +Team leadership and mentoring of 10+ engineers to deliver high-impact outcomes Recognized as a Pioneer / Influencer (StandOut® Assessment), with a strong bias toward execution, scalability, and measurable business results. Technical Domains +Satellite application, platforms and ground systems +Imaging and sensing systems +Energy metering (AMR) and smart infrastructure +Secure silicon / NFC solutions +Power electronics: digital power supplies, inverters, UPS +Motor control (BLDC) +Mobile and connected systems (TCP/IP, ZigBee, PLC) +Embedded development platforms and tools
Lead the Research Centre on R&D, Satellite Operation, Human Resources (30+ staffs) and Financial management. Cooperation with International organisation and universities. Training of undergraduate and postgraduate
Provide consultant service :- - Build the 1st Singapore Design Nano-Satellite - Provide turn key solution, EMC compliance design, MIL-STD tests for embedded system (GPS, Video survillance system, Site automation system)
Business Development / Product Marketing of MCU division - Leading team of Business Driver / Product Marketeer / Application Engineer to achieve billing target for SEA, ANZ, and India regions. System Engineering Group - Embedded System & Tool Design - Leading a team of Design engineers in the creation of Embedded System Solution for Asia regions.
Design & Lead a team of engineers in the creation of Emulator for 4 to 32 bit MCU.
Support the fully automated Deskjet Assembly Plant.