Elijah Reed
About Elijah Reed
Elijah Reed is an Electronics Hardware Engineer with experience in designing and enhancing electronic systems. He has worked on various projects, including redesigning a PCIe host controller board and developing a motor controller board, and has held positions at organizations such as Corvus Robotics and UCI CubeSat.
Work at Corvus Robotics
Elijah Reed currently serves as an Electronics Hardware Engineer at Corvus Robotics, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of electronic systems for robotics applications. His responsibilities include enhancing manufacturability and reducing fabrication costs for various electronic components. Reed's expertise contributes to the advancement of robotics technology, particularly in the areas of power management and control systems.
Education and Expertise
Elijah Reed studied Aerospace Engineering at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) from 2020 to 2022. His academic background provided him with a strong foundation in aeronautical and astronautical engineering principles. This education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in electronics hardware engineering and avionics, enabling him to work on complex engineering projects.
Background in Avionics Engineering
Before joining Corvus Robotics, Elijah Reed worked at UCI CubeSat as an Avionics Hardware Lead from 2021 to 2022. He was responsible for overseeing avionics systems and ensuring their integration into satellite projects. Prior to this role, he served as an Avionics Engineer at UCI CubeSat from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to the design and implementation of avionics solutions.
Previous Experience in Electronics Engineering
Elijah Reed has a diverse background in electronics engineering, having worked at Quantica GmbH as a Computer and Electronics Engineer, Firmware Engineer from 2021 to 2022. In this role, he designed key components for autonomous drones, including the main motherboard and power distribution board. Additionally, he worked at ClickPoint Software as a Software Tester from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to software quality assurance.
Engineering Projects and Contributions
Throughout his career, Elijah Reed has been involved in several significant engineering projects. He partially redesigned a PCIe host controller board to enhance manufacturability and reduce costs. He also redesigned a landing pad controller, incorporating high-current power control MOSFETs, which led to savings in wiring costs and reduced fabrication lead time. Furthermore, he developed a monolithic motor controller board that aimed to simplify wiring complexity.