Jois is a polymath who is consistently bridging the worlds of business, engineering, research, and leadership. He possesses depth in a diverse range of knowledge areas, including software systems, aeronautics, aviation, finance, machine learning, astronomy, astrology, and music. An FAA-certificated Instrument-rated Pilot and FAA Part 107 UAS remote pilot, he brings firsthand operational insight into both crewed and uncrewed flight systems. His work has been recognized internationally, including honors from the Royal Aeronautical Society for his engineering and research achievements. Beyond aviation and learning technology, Jois embodies the spirit of an interdisciplinary thinker. His creative pursuits as a singer, guitarist, and pianist reflect the balance he maintains between analytical rigor and artistic expression, enhancing his ability to bridge ideas across seemingly unrelated domains. As a professor at major universities, Jois has taught computing, aeronautical sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, guiding students to think critically and holistically. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theory with practice, encouraging learners to connect engineering principles, human factors, and emerging technologies in meaningful ways.
Career
Jois is a digital transformation leader with a stellar career in technology, having held multiple C-suite roles, including Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and Chief Architect. Most recently, he served as CIO for ACT. Jois has a rich history of technological innovation and leadership at global firms, including United Airlines, Unisys, Capgemini, Fulcrum Digital, Wipro, Keane, Career Education Corporation, and Ruffalo Noel Levitz. His expertise spans Aviation and EdTech with brief tenures in Finance, Banking, and Insurance. Jois has contributed significantly to enterprise architecture, set up innovation centers, and led product and platform engineering. He is recognized for his work in developing low-code accelerators, microservices-based aggregation models, and cloud-elastic designs. Jois takes a hands-on approach to innovation in technology and is at the forefront of AI and Machine Learning.. He has led organizations through AI proofs of concept, prototypes, and, more recently, the productionization of AI and ML for commercial use. He is a highly accomplished aviation professional and academic with a strong educational foundation in software systems, aeronautics, and specialization in learning technology, aviation human factors, aerospace operations, and uncrewed aircraft systems. His multidisciplinary educational background allows him to operate seamlessly between aviation, training, and technology, bringing unique perspectives to aviation’s problems and opportunities. He has a long and successful career in corporate and consulting roles, including leadership roles in consulting firms and executive positions at global corporations. His multidisciplinary career spans 34 years, with an almost even split between Airline IT, Flight Training Technology, and EdTech. At United Airlines, he led teams that designed, built, deployed, and sustained software and hardware systems supporting global Flight Operations, Airport Operations, Crew Scheduling, and Revenue Management. Beyond United, his career led him to consulting roles at some of the largest consulting firms, including Capgemini, Keane, and Fulcrum, with a primary focus on the Aviation, EdTech, Travel, Hospitality, and Flight Training domains.
Academics
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Bombay University), a Master of Science in Computer Science (with distinction)(DePaul University), and a Master of Science in Aeronautics (with distinction) (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University). He is currently pursuing research in Aviation with a specialization in Human Factors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). He has also completed Stanford’s Executive Education program.
Programs and Projects
Jois holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) and has maintained it current for over twenty years. This credential has allowed him to work on large and complex projects, including learning management systems, course content production systems, student systems modernization, grading algorithms, student success components, flight operations redesign, airport reengineering, and passenger operations optimization.
Flight Training Contributions
His work on flight training solutions and advanced technology-based flight training devices is particularly noteworthy. From a very young age, he has worked on developing new designs for flight simulators. This interest culminated in using the power of cluster computing and engineering a fixed-base 737 flight deck over 24 years and 19000 hours of his non-work time. He has helped multiple flight schools deploy simulation technology for flight training, reducing the time and cost of flight training.
Aviation Credentials
Jois is a distinguished aviator, a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
In addition to his academic credentials, Jois holds a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Pilot License with Instrument Rating (PPL/SEL, IR) and a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (RP) Certificate for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), evidencing both manned and unmanned flight qualifications. He has also completed the Trusted Operator Program (TOP) Certification Levels 1, 2, and 3, affirming his advanced operational competency and adherence to industry standards in UAS operations. These credentials reinforce his expertise in the practical, regulatory, and technical aspects of aviation systems and safety. He is an FAA Instrument-rated Pilot and a Part 107 UAS Pilot. He is on the verge of taking his Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) exam and training to get his commercial, multi-engine, and high-performance ratings. By the end of July, he intends to have his Flight Instructor certification (CFI) through an accelerated program.
Education Technology Contributions
Jois’s work in Education Technology bridges innovation, pedagogy, and real-world application. Drawing on his deep background in computing, systems engineering, and aviation, he has focused on designing and implementing technology-driven learning environments that enhance student engagement and mastery. His initiatives have included the integration of simulation-based learning, data-driven assessment systems, and AI-powered adaptive learning platforms that personalize education for diverse learners. CP Jois has also contributed to the development of virtual and blended learning ecosystems that bring experiential learning into online and hybrid classrooms, particularly in technical and aviation domains. His work reflects a commitment to evolving education beyond traditional boundaries—transforming how learners interact with complex subjects, apply critical thinking, and prepare for future industries shaped by digital transformation.
Research Interests
His current research interests include the applications of Machine Learning to various aspects of aerospace and aviation. His background in combinatorial computer science and aviation enables him to build practical models that accurately reflect the real-world nuances of aviation. His research advocates a shift from the century-old practice of observation-based pilot assessments to machine-sensed ML-based pilot proficiency measurement.
Over the past decade, Jois has focused on Machine Learning (ML) and AI-oriented use cases in aviation. Grounded in theory, Jois dedicates his time to the practical implementation of ML algorithms, occasionally delving deep into their engineering. He has built several AI models that can predict flying proficiency degradation, quantify correlations between mid-air incidents and the roll-out of ADS-B mandates, identify significant pilot factors that influence flight safety, and models that utilize astronomical data and astrology principles to predict life events.
Academic Contributions
His teaching background encompasses topics in aeronautics, airspace, aviation project management, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), programmatic applications of UAS, computer science, software engineering for mission-critical applications, and technology consulting. His teaching philosophy is centered around developing human potential.
His focus topics include Aeronautics, Human Factors, Aerospace Project Management, and Simulator Design; Flight Operations Technology, Airport Operations Technology; Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Design, UAS Operations, and Safety.
He taught for a decade at the College of Computing and Digital Media at DePaul University in Chicago. He currently teaches aeronautics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University‘s College of Aviation. More recently, he has begun teaching aerospace topics at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of South Florida in its newly launched Aerospace Engineering program. He also heads up USF’s Aerospace Lab.
Classes taught include Software Requirements Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, AGILE Methods, The Air Transportation System, Project Management in Aviation/Aerospace, Remote Pilot Operations, Mapping Apps and Data Collection, Special Topics in Aeronautical Science, and Special Topics in Aeronautical Science and Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
He frequently authors work, and his recent publications can be found here.
Astronomy and Astrology Work
Jois’s work in astronomy and astrology reflects a unique blend of scientific inquiry and classical wisdom. With a foundation in celestial mechanics and observational astronomy, he brings a rigorous analytical approach to understanding planetary movements and cosmic phenomena. In parallel, his exploration of Vedic and KP astrology integrates computational precision with traditional interpretive frameworks, seeking to decode the intricate relationships between planetary dynamics and human experience. Working diligently over the past decade, Jois has coded a combination of heuristic and AI-enabled astrological insights. His astrology platform, Zodex.AI, is available online. Through research, software modeling, and writing, Jois aims to bridge the gap between astronomical science and astrological insight, demonstrating how ancient knowledge systems can coexist with modern analytical methods. His work continues to inspire interdisciplinary dialogue between science, philosophy, and spirituality.
Memberships
- Project Management Institute – Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Royal Aeronautical Society – Fellow
- Experimental Aircraft Association – Lifetime Member
- Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association – Member
- Phi Kappa Phi – Member