Aaron Buckner
About Aaron Buckner
Aaron Buckner is a Senior Engineering Manager at General Atomics, specializing in Optical Controls Technologies. He has a background in physics and aerospace engineering, with expertise in free space laser communications and advanced imaging technologies.
Current Role at General Atomics
Aaron Buckner serves as the Senior Engineering Manager for Optical Controls Technologies at General Atomics. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to advancements in optical control systems. His role involves overseeing engineering projects and managing teams focused on innovative optical technologies. The Longmont, Colorado facility is where he applies his expertise in free space laser communications and advanced imaging technologies.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Buckner earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Moravian University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education at the University of Notre Dame, obtaining a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from 2003 to 2005. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in free space laser communications and advanced imaging technologies, as well as adaptive optics systems.
Professional Background
Before his current role, Aaron Buckner accumulated extensive experience in various engineering positions. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Notre Dame from 2003 to 2005. Following this, he held the position of Beam Control Technology Manager at Northrop Grumman from 2005 to 2011. He then served as a Senior Scientist at Leidos from 2011 to 2013, before joining General Atomics in 2020.
Specialization in Optical Technologies
Aaron Buckner specializes in advanced imaging technologies, which play a critical role in enhancing optical control systems. His expertise extends to free space laser communications, a method of transmitting data wirelessly through the atmosphere using laser technology. He also possesses skills in adaptive optics systems, which are designed to improve the performance of optical systems by mitigating wavefront distortions.