Merrick Slane
About Merrick Slane
Merrick Slane is an RF Engineering Intern at Astranis, where he has worked since 2022. He previously served as the CubeSat Team Director at Aerospace Systems at the University of California, Riverside, and is pursuing a minor in Computer Science alongside a major in Electrical Engineering.
Work at Astranis
Merrick Slane has been serving as an RF Engineering Intern at Astranis since 2022. In this role, he is involved in various projects related to radio frequency engineering, contributing to the development and deployment of satellite technologies. His internship allows him to apply theoretical knowledge gained from his studies in a practical setting, enhancing his skills in RF systems.
Education and Expertise
Merrick Slane is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of California, Riverside, where he has been enrolled from 2019 to 2023. In addition to his major, he is also pursuing a minor in Computer Science. This educational background equips him with a solid foundation in both electrical engineering principles and computer science applications.
Background
Before joining Astranis, Merrick Slane worked as the CubeSat Team Director at Aerospace Systems at the University of California, Riverside, from 2020 to 2022. In this leadership position, he oversaw the CubeSat team, managing projects and guiding team members in the design and development of small satellite systems. His experience in this role contributed to his technical and leadership skills.
Achievements
During his tenure at UCR, Merrick Slane led the Aerospace Systems CubeSat team for two years, from 2020 to 2022. Under his leadership, the team focused on the design and implementation of CubeSat projects, which are essential for educational and research purposes in aerospace engineering. He maintains a personal website, meslane.com, where he documents all his projects, showcasing his work and contributions in the field.