Scott Pirkle
Monterey,CA
Summary
Multidisciplinary Staff Systems Engineer with 4 years of experience on both GEO communications satellites and LEO imaging satellite constellations. Strong cross-functional knowledge of all spacecraft subsystems as well as extensive experience with AI&T operations, spacecraft-level troubleshooting, and requirements management. Demonstrated strong ability to work as both a team member and leader in high pressure situations. Reliable, adaptable, curious.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Systems Production Engineer
Maxar Technologies
07.2020 - Current
- Maintained and executed overall AI&T Electrical Test Plan for a new development multi-satellite program (WorldView Legion) from the beginning of AI&T through launch
- Managed the Test Requirements Document in DOORS which documents all requirements tested in AI&T
- Oversaw spacecraft level test development, execution, and data review for all spacecraft subsystems
- Led troubleshooting and resolution of complex system level test anomalies
- Trained and led team of new systems production engineers to assist in AI&T responsibilities
- Served as Test Director of three thermal vacuum test campaigns
- Served as AIT Director of second WorldView Legion launch campaign.
Education
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2020
Skills
AI&T Operations
Anomaly Resolution
Systems VV
Requirements Development
Python
Matlab
DOORS
JAMA
MS Office Suite
Accomplishments
Recipient of Maxar's Space Pioneer and Space Champion Awards
Eagle Scout and recipient of Silver Stag leadership Award
Timeline
Staff Systems Production Engineer
Maxar Technologies
07.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
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