Jacob Papp
About Jacob Papp
Jacob Papp serves as the Customer Discipline Lead at Sierra Space, where he has worked since 2022. He possesses a strong background in aerospace engineering and project management, with expertise in control systems and jet engine design.
Work at Belcan
Jacob Papp currently serves as the Customer Discipline Lead for Sierra Space at Belcan, a position he has held since 2022. His role is based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Technical Lead at Belcan from 2017 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects and initiatives, demonstrating his expertise in engineering and project management.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Papp holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Florida, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Engineering/Industrial Management and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Florida, completing these degrees between 2017 and 2020. His expertise includes control systems, jet engine design, fluid mechanics, and physics.
Background in Technical Roles
Before his current role at Belcan, Jacob Papp worked as a Project Manager from 2016 to 2022 and as a Senior Technical Lead from 2017 to 2022. He also gained experience as a Laboratory Technician at the University of Florida from 2010 to 2011. His diverse background in technical roles has equipped him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and project execution.
Involvement with Dream Chaser Spaceplane
In his current position at Sierra Space, Jacob Papp works on the Dream Chaser spaceplane. This project is part of his responsibilities at Belcan, highlighting his involvement in advanced aerospace initiatives. His work contributes to the development and operational readiness of this innovative spacecraft.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Jacob Papp has proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB/Simulink, Fortran, and C. He utilizes Microsoft Excel extensively for creating professional documents, presentations, and project management tasks. His technical skills support his work in engineering and project development.