Christopher Stockdale
Thornton,Colorado
Summary
Accomplished systems and mission engineer with expertise in requirements capture, system architecture design, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles. Proficient in software development across the full lifecycle, utilizing Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, SQL, and C# for data analysis and automation. Demonstrates strong capabilities in mission design, trajectory analysis, and supporting satellite mission planning. Skilled in data pipeline development and analytical tool creation to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at contributing to multi-disciplinary project teams with excellent communication skills for technical reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Aerospace & Software Engineer
Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc.
Hampton, United States
2021.09 - 2025.07
- Company Overview: NASA Contractor focused on Engineering & Scientific services in Research & Development
- Conducted Strategic and Capability-Gap Analysis, Mission Analysis, and Systems Analysis in support of US Government customers and NASA organizations across the Agency.
- Full-Stack development on NASA Human Landing System Analysis & Monte Carlo Tools
- Supported development of an STK-like tool updating TT&C UI features
- Developed multiple in-house analytical tools using a variety of programming languages, libraries, and tech-stacks.
Combat Medic Specialist
Army National Guard
2014.03 - 2020.03
- Administered medical services and interventions in field and garrison environments.
- Supervised medical section at platoon and company levels in squad leader and senior medic roles.
- Worked as lead instructor for company and platoon level emergency medical classes.
Spaceflight Operations Intern
German Aerospace Centre (DLR)
Brunswick, GR
2018.08 - 2018.10
- Conducted research into integrating traditional Air Traffic Control methods with Suborbital passenger flight technologies
Intern
Keiretsu Angel Investors Forum
Pittsburgh, United States
2015.12 - 2017.12
Education
Bachelor of Science - Spaceflight Operations Science and Technology
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL 2017.08 - 2021.08
Skills
Systems and Mission Engineering
- Requirements capture, analysis, and traceability across project lifecycle stages
- System architecture design, modelling, and validation
- Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and tools (eg, SysML, Cameo)
- Mission design, trajectory analysis, and system trade studies
- Experience supporting satellite mission planning and ground systems integration
- Full software development lifecycle: design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance
- Proficient in Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, SQL, and C# for data analysis, automation, and UI development
- Version control and CI/CD tools including Git, GitLab, GitHub
- Agile/Scrum development methodologies in cross-functional engineering teams
- Mission and systems analysis for aerospace applications, including simulation and modelling
- Data pipeline development and analytical tool creation
- Automation of analytical processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk
- Contribution to multi-disciplinary project teams across software, firmware, and systems engineering
- Strong communication skills in technical reporting, stakeholder presentations, and requirements workshops
Accomplishments
NASA Silver Group Achievement Award
Custom
US Secret Security Clearance, 12/31/26
Timeline
Aerospace & Software Engineer
Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc.
2021.09 - 2025.07
Spaceflight Operations Intern
German Aerospace Centre (DLR)
2018.08 - 2018.10
Bachelor of Science - Spaceflight Operations Science and Technology
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
2017.08 - 2021.08
Intern
Keiretsu Angel Investors Forum
2015.12 - 2017.12
Combat Medic Specialist
Army National Guard
2014.03 - 2020.03