Darren Chiu
About Darren Chiu
Darren Chiu is a Radiation Engineer at Blue Origin with a background in computer engineering and a strong interest in embedded systems for space exploration.
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Darren Chiu holds the position of Radiation Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. He has been with the company since 2021, residing in Kent, Washington, United States.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Darren Chiu currently works as a Radiation Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. He began this role in 2021 and is based in Kent, Washington, United States. His responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to mitigate the effects of radiation on electronic systems, crucial for space missions.
Professional Experience
Darren Chiu has held multiple roles in various organizations, contributing to his expertise in radiation engineering and embedded systems. He served as a Radiation Effects Intern at BLUE ORIGIN in 2021 and as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Princeton University in the same year. Additionally, he was a Flight Software Research Associate at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, and a participant in NASA's L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy and Proposal Writing Academy programs. His other roles include being a Research and Development Intern at Percassist and the Embedded Systems Lead at Princeton Racing Electric.
Education
Darren Chiu achieved a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Princeton University, where he studied from 2019 to 2023. During his time at Princeton, he pursued a minor in Applications of Computing and Robotics. He also holds a High School Diploma from Diamond Bar High School, where he studied from 2015 to 2019.
Interest in Embedded Systems
Darren Chiu has a strong interest in embedded systems development, particularly in the context of space exploration. As the Embedded Systems Lead at Princeton Racing Electric, he worked on embedded systems, demonstrating his commitment to advancing this technology.
NASA L'SPACE Programs Participation
Darren Chiu participated in NASA's L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy and L'SPACE Proposal Writing Academy programs. These programs provided him with valuable experience in mission concept development and proposal writing, further enhancing his skill set in the aerospace industry.