Joris Kampman

After having obtained my master's degree at applied computational physics at the university of Groningen (RuG), I started at Thales NL, and I have worked there for 15 years on complex technical radar/passive sensor systems. I've worked my first years in system integration (including on-board testing and verification), where I have obtained much hands-on experience as an end-user, before moving on to be a design systems engineer. However, having a passion and some talent for state-of-the-art algorithms and antenna technologies, I was placed in very nice and challenging research projects on state-of-the art (radar) systems. This gave me significant experience and insight in the intricacies and pitfalls of designing complex systems-of-subsystems, and has taught me to always put effort in a 'holistic' solution, and not just a connected set of subsystems. I've joined Saxion SMART in 2024 as a Senior Systems Engineering and Researcher taking all my experience with me, and hoping to make a more direct impact on society at Saxion SMART. 

This project and it's complexity regarding interfaces between research groups and other stakeholders is very interesting and challenging. My role lies primarily in WP0 (system architecture) and WP4 (system integration), and thus extends to facilitating a clear overview of responsibilities, deliverables and draw-up technical requirements. In addition, failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) and risks analysis and mitigation plans are part of my task/role. However, always in consensus with the various stakeholders and researchers. In general, I see the role as system engineer to be one that is the cement that holds the bricks, and ensures a sturdy building. When viewing the HHH as a system of subsystems, the aim for a holistic design is very much a requirement in itself for me. Simply connecting the part is not sufficient for a working hybrid heart. I hope my knowledge and experience helps in designing and developing a smoothly integrated and testable HHH system