Dr. Sudhir Joshi is a highly skilled and accomplished academician and administrator with over twenty-six years of rich experience spanning industry–academia collaboration, academic development and innovation, outcome-based education, and aerospace engineering education. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, a Master’s degree in Space Engineering and Rocketry, and a Graduate in Aeronautical Engineering.
Prior to joining academia, Dr. Joshi was associated with leading global and national organizations including Pratt & Whitney (USA), CYIENT (formerly Infotech Enterprises), Cognizant Technologies, and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), where he gained extensive exposure to aftermarket service engineering, gas turbine engine repair development, MRO activities, and aircraft maintenance, particularly of the Dornier-228 aircraft.
His research expertise lies in hypersonic aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), aerothermodynamics, propulsion, and space systems, with several publications in reputed international journals and conferences. He has successfully served as Principal Investigator for funded international and national projects, including Lockheed Martin–sponsored aerospace design challenges and space debris mitigation projects, and is also a patent holder in the area of space debris management.
Dr. Joshi has received multiple awards and recognitions for academic excellence, research contributions, and industry collaboration. He is University of California (Irvine) certified in virtual instruction and emerging educational technologies and has played a key role in implementing blended learning, NEP initiatives, and quality assurance frameworks. He currently serves as Head, Department of Aerospace Engineering and is Joint Secretary of The Combustion Institute (Indian Section).
Research Area
- Hypersonic Aerodynamics & High-Speed Flows
- Aerothermodynamics & Thermal Analysis
- Aircraft & Aerospace Vehicle Design
- Flight Dynamics & Control
Awards
- Lockheed Martin Roll-on Roll–off C130 J Payload Design Challenge (2014–2018) — Project Funding: $65,000 USD
- IUSSTF, TATA Trust, Lockheed Martin — “Symmetrical Hyperloop for Management of Space Debris in Low Earth Orbit” — Completed (2018) — Project Funding: ₹11 Lakhs
- Second Runner-Up Award (₹30,000 Prize Money) at Hexagon MSC Indo-PAC Virtual User Conference (2nd–3rd December 2020) for paper titled “Effect on the Plume Characteristics of Highly Under-Expanded Nozzles Having Different Aspect Ratios”
- Received "Certificate of Achievement" for Writing Technical Data Package from Pratt & Whitney, USA (September 2004)
- Received "Team of the Month Award" for CFM-56-5C Engine LPT Airfoil — Generation of Technical Data (2005)
- High Performer Award for Academics and Handling B.Tech Aerospace and Avionics Summer Training Programs — University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun (July 2011)
- High Performer Award for Developing Industrial Relations in B.Tech Aerospace and Avionics Programs — University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun (April 2013)
- Led Team for Design and Development of "UAV Detecting Explosive" for National Aerospace Olympiad, Chandigarh (November 2010) — Won First Prize
- Aftermarket Service Engineering, DER Roles and Responsibilities, IEN Writing, Turnbacks, Checklist, Technical Work Package — Pratt & Whitney, East Hartford, USA (One Week Training, 2004)
- Engine Design and Repair — Pratt & Whitney Customer Training Centre, East Hartford, USA (One Week Training, June 2004)
Professional Membership
- Joint Secretary — The Combustion Institute – Indian Section (CIIS)
- Associate Member — The Aeronautical Society of India
Research Detail
- Journal Papers: 12 (SCI/SCOPUS)
- Conference Papers: 10+ (SCOPUS)
- Patents: 2
- Projects (with Cost in INR): $65,000
- Workshops/Seminars Organized: 10+
- Conferences Organized: 2
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