Dr. Philip Ferguson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Philip Ferguson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Manitoba. He received his Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Science from the University of Toronto, followed by a Master's and PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, focusing on astronaut adaptation to microgravity. His work experience includes a position at Spar Aerospace, managing satellite control systems at Microsat Systems Canada Inc., and serving as Vice President of Product Development at PrecisionHawk Inc. Dr. Ferguson is the founding Director of the Space Technology Advanced Research Laboratory and explores spacecraft guidance and control technologies to enhance satellite reliability while reducing design costs. He actively engages in research that supports Indigenous communities in Canada's Arctic by developing aerospace technology solutions. Dr. Ferguson also encourages graduate student opportunities and seeks motivated researchers to join his projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, MB

Teaching and researching in the field of Aerospace Engineering, focusing on satellite guidance and control, and supporting Indigenous communities in technology innovations.

Vice President Product Development

2014-01-01 — 2017-01-01

PrecisionHawk Inc. • Winnipeg, MB

Responsible for drone payload systems engineering and production.

Engineering Manager

2010-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Magellan Aerospace • Winnipeg, MB

Managed power subsystem engineering on the RADARSat Constellation Mission.

Engineering Manager

2006-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Microsat Systems Canada Inc. • Winnipeg, MB

Developed spacecraft control systems for small space telescopes.

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.