Stephen Spears
About Stephen Spears
Stephen Spears is a Comms/DSP Engineer currently working at Astranis in San Francisco, California. He holds a Master's Candidate in Signal Processing and Controls from Stanford University and has previous experience as a Digital Signal Processing Engineer at Astranis and as a Research and Development Intern at Rilco Manufacturing Company.
Work at Astranis
Stephen Spears has been employed at Astranis since 2021, currently holding the position of Comms/DSP Engineer. His role involves working on communication systems and digital signal processing. Prior to this, he worked at Astranis as a Digital Signal Processing Engineer from 2019 to 2020. During his time in this position, he contributed to various projects focused on enhancing satellite communication technologies.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Spears studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from 2015 to 2019. He continued his education at the Stanford University School of Engineering, pursuing a Master's degree in Signal Processing and Controls from 2018 to 2021. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and advanced signal processing techniques.
Background
Before joining Astranis, Stephen Spears gained practical experience as a Research and Development Intern at Rilco Manufacturing Company Incorporated in 2015. This internship lasted for three months and took place in the Houston, Texas area. His early exposure to research and development in a manufacturing context contributed to his technical skills and understanding of engineering applications.
Professional Experience
Stephen Spears has accumulated significant experience in the field of digital signal processing and communications. His tenure at Astranis spans multiple roles, where he has focused on the development and implementation of advanced signal processing solutions. This experience has positioned him as a knowledgeable professional in the aerospace and satellite communications industries.