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Gerd Schmitt
Graduate Computer Scientist, Focus: Technical Computer Science
Since 1990, I have been developing embedded systems for safety-critical applications — starting at Mercedes-Benz in engine development in Stuttgart. After more than a decade in the automotive industry, I founded my first company in 2002 and have since worked for renowned clients in automotive, industrial, and medical technology.
My focus is where hardware and software meet: engine controls, FPGA-based signal processing, real-time systems, fault-tolerant communication and encryption. I work on both circuits and code — and know the entire path from concept through prototype to series qualification.
Career
Since 2012
SCHMITT CONSULTING S.A.R.L. — Embedded development, test automation, consulting
2002–2012
Navimess Elektronik — Own product development (building automation, real-time multiprocessor systems, radio communication, CAN simulation hardware)
1990–2002
DaimlerChrysler / Mercedes-Benz AG — Engine development, test software, service pre-development
1990
Graduate Computer Scientist (FH Darmstadt, Technical CS)
1980–1986
Deutsche Bundespost — Telecommunications apprenticeship, technical diploma in electrical engineering
Special
- Pilot license (CVFR, night flight rating) — familiar with avionics and safety-critical flight systems
- English radiotelephony certificate BZF I
- International project experience (EU, USA, Japan) since 1990
- Languages: German (native), English (business fluent), Finnish (expanding)