Dr. Gaurav Nilakantan is currently the Associate Director of Business Development for Defense Programs at RTX, focusing on defense and weapon technologies across multiple business units. With extensive experience in the field, Gaurav has worked at major organizations like Boeing Research & Technology and Teledyne Scientific & Imaging, where they led research and development initiatives in hypersonics and composite materials. Gaurav holds a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Delaware and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati, alongside a substantial portfolio of publications and contributions to government-funded research programs. They have been recognized with various awards for their academic and professional achievements. Gaurav enjoys living in Southern California, where they appreciate the local weather and culture.
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