Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Richard Ambroise was graduated in electronics engineering. Richard worked in different positions in different industries (automotive, space, telecommunication and electronic components) Early in his career, he had worked on a PhD with Motorola on power electronic components. At this stage, Richard became able to make a comprehensive link between the physics of materials and the behavior of an electronic item under all foreseeable conditions. During close to 20 years, in Airbus in the Propulsion Center of Competence (CoC), Richard set and deployed electrical skills in the electronic engine control department. In Airbus UpNext, Richard was Head of Propelling of Hydrogen Electrified Flight Demonstrator. In Lilium, Richard participated to the development of the evtol Jet as a Senior Expert. Richard is now Consultant to IHI to support in decarbonization of our aviation industry. Based on his experience in standardization in the E-36 committee (Electronic Engine Control), he is convinced of the need to create and animate a community on Electrified Propulsion. Richard became the E-40 founding chairman of the “Electrified Propulsion” committee created in November 2018. He is now a member of the SAE Aerospace Council. His major contribution to our industry has been recognized by two Awards in 2018 and 2022. Over the last years, across various continents, he discovered different cultures, different ways of working. Richard is a passionate person. He plays violin, rebuilds classic cars and appreciates food and wine.
Support IHI in decarbonization aviation industry
In this position, I am accountable of delivering on time, on quality and cost the le propelling system of our next hydrogen flight demonstrator. My previous position of Founding Chairman of the SAE E-40 “Electrified Propulsion Committee” is maintain
In the propulsion department, as a senior FADEC specialist, I am involved in engine control development and continuous development. Even if I am mainly involved in specifications, my great added value is my experience with the technical support for developments, in service events understanding and supplier corrective actions management. My experience in this domain allows me to participate as an active member in a SAE committee to produce and influence the standards. I generated one ARP. In addition, I produced publications for the International 2011, 2013 and 2015 SAE Aerotech and a patent on a "Device for determining the position of a throttle lever in an aircraft".
I was the Technical Director to develop the technical activities of the Toulouse Office. In parallel, I carried on the support of the Airbus design office for the engine department. I left Artware to be full time in the Airbus engine team