Kevin Schoonover
About Kevin Schoonover
Kevin Schoonover serves as the Vice President and General Manager at Frontier Aerospace Corporation, where he oversees engineering staff and engages with customers. He has a background in mathematics, computer science, and aeronautical engineering, with extensive experience in rocket engine component design and analysis.
Work at Frontier Aerospace
Kevin Schoonover has served as Vice President and General Manager at Frontier Aerospace Corporation since 2015. In this role, he oversees the design and analysis of rocket engine components and systems. He supervises the engineering staff, ensuring that design and analysis activities meet the company's standards. His responsibilities include conducting detailed structural, thermal, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis. Additionally, he engages with customers and delivers technical presentations, facilitating clear communication of complex engineering concepts.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Schoonover holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which he completed from 1985 to 1988. He also studied Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science at Western Illinois University, earning his degree from 1982 to 1985. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in aerospace engineering, particularly in the design and analysis of rocket engine components.
Background
Before joining Frontier Aerospace, Kevin Schoonover worked at PTC for 21 years, where he held the position of Career Manager from 1994 to 2015. His extensive experience in the aerospace industry, combined with his management role at PTC, has contributed to his leadership capabilities and technical knowledge in engineering. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing aerospace technology and engineering practices.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Kevin Schoonover has been responsible for significant engineering projects involving the design and analysis of rocket engine components. His role at Frontier Aerospace includes supervising engineering staff and ensuring the successful execution of complex engineering tasks. His technical presentations and customer engagement efforts highlight his ability to communicate effectively within the aerospace sector.