Jacob Willis
About Jacob Willis
Jacob Willis is a Senior GNC Engineer based in Denver, CO, specializing in Guidance, Navigation, and Control engineering for a satellite constellation project.
Professional Role: Senior GNC Engineer
Jacob Willis holds the position of Senior GNC Engineer. His work is based in Denver, CO. He specializes in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) engineering, a field critical for the precision and functionality of satellite systems. Jacob's expertise contributes to the development and deployment of advanced satellite technologies for his organization.
Current Projects in Satellite Technology
Jacob Willis is part of a team involved in building a constellation of satellites designed for high-resolution visible and thermal imagery. This ambitious project aims to advance remote sensing capabilities, providing detailed and accurate data from space. The team is also working on launching the first and second 10cm commercial satellite by 2025, a significant milestone in commercial satellite development.
Company Funding and Licensing
Jacob Willis works for a company that has successfully raised $48 million in Series A funding, showing strong investor confidence and enabling further advancements in satellite technology. Additionally, the company holds a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) license to sell commercial optical imagery with a resolution of 10 centimeters per pixel. This license allows the company to offer high-precision imagery to various sectors.