Shirrel Assis
Shoham
Summary
Aerospace systems engineer with over a decade of experience in satellite design, integration, and on-orbit validation & operations. Proven record of technical excellence and leadership at NASA Ames and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), specializing in automation, verification, and validation tools for small spacecraft. Recognized for outstanding performance, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and results-driven innovation across multiple satellite missions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
International Research Exchange
NASA Ames Research Center
Mountain View
01.2025 - Current
- Research Exchange Internship at the Small Spacecraft Technology Division (S3VI), under the guidance of Dr. Craig Burkhard, Deputy Director.
- Developing an automated design, verification, and validation tool for small spacecraft.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary NASA teams to streamline spacecraft design workflows and ensure mission-readiness.
Senior System Engineer
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Space Division
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Led systems engineering activities for a low-Earth-orbit satellite for an international customer.
- Defined and reviewed system requirements, coordinated OBSW development, and managed supplier interfaces across mission subsystems.
Space Science Department Teaching Associate
international Space University
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Served as Teaching Associate in the Science Department of the International Space University (SSP23).
Flight Mission Director
IAI
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed on-orbit testing (IOT) and mission operations following launch and commissioning of EROS-C LEO Satellite.
- Managed a multidisciplinary team responsible for launch preparation, system validation, and in-orbit performance optimization.
- Awarded IAI Space Division COO Prize and CEO Prize (2023) for exceptional leadership and mission success.
Deputy Team Lead, In-Orbit Comissioning
IAI
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Led system verification & validation of space flight segments and payload performance in orbit.
- Awarded the IAI Space Division Department Prize (2020) for excellence in system integration and operations.
Ground Station Development Manager
IAI
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Managed the design, assembly, and testing of a satellite ground station over three different locations in Europe.
- Led cross-functional teams through installation, integration, and customer training.
- Provided technical support to international clients.
- Supported the launch and commissioning phase of a LEO satellite
- Awarded the IAI Space Division Department Prize (2017) for outstanding project delivery.
Space System Engineer
IAI
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Conducted interface integration, operational support, and ground system development.
- Provided direct customer instruction and mission operations training.
Research Assistant, Nano-Bio-Photonics Laboratory
Bar Ilan University
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Conducted experimental research under Prof. Yuval Garini, focusing on advanced spectroscopy techniques
QA & Development, Command & Control Systems
Israeli Ministry of Defense
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Contributed to the development and testing of a satellite remote-sensing control center.
- Authored and executed system requirements and MATLAB test scripts.
Education
Master of Science - Biophysics
Bar-Ilan University
Israel06-2019
Participation in Space Studies Program (SSP18) - Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical/Space En
International Space University
TU Delft, Netherlands09-2018
Bachelor of Science - Biophysics
Bar-Ilan University
Israel08-2014
Satellite Operating Course -
Intelligence Corps of IDF
Isreal03-2010
Skills
- Systems engineering
- Satellite operations
- Leadership skills
- Verification and validation
- Requirements management
- Ground station integration
- Customer support
- JIRA and Confluence Admin
- Atlassian software proficiency
- C, Python, MATLAB, Lua programming language
- Batch scripting
- Quality control (QC)
- UNIX operating system
- PCB design and soldering
- XML and XSD expertise
- SIMION simulation
Main Characteristics
- Persistence
- Punctuality
- Patience
- Responsibility
- Self-discipline
- Great human relations
- High expression level
Hobbies and Interests
- Nature Photography
Languages
Hebrew
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited
Accomplishments
NASA Ames International Internship (2025)
Timeline
International Research Exchange
NASA Ames Research Center
01.2025 - Current
Senior System Engineer
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Space Division
06.2023 - 01.2025
Space Science Department Teaching Associate
international Space University
06.2023 - 09.2023
Flight Mission Director
IAI
01.2021 - 06.2023
Deputy Team Lead, In-Orbit Comissioning
IAI
06.2018 - 12.2020
Ground Station Development Manager
IAI
02.2016 - 06.2018
Space System Engineer
IAI
10.2013 - 02.2016
Research Assistant, Nano-Bio-Photonics Laboratory
Bar Ilan University
01.2013 - 09.2013
QA & Development, Command & Control Systems
Israeli Ministry of Defense
09.2009 - 08.2011
Master of Science - Biophysics
Bar-Ilan University
Participation in Space Studies Program (SSP18) - Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical/Space En
International Space University
Bachelor of Science - Biophysics
Bar-Ilan University
Satellite Operating Course -
Intelligence Corps of IDF