Aaron Sathrum
About Aaron Sathrum
Aaron Sathrum is a Senior Materials Engineer at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2011. He holds a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from UC San Diego and has led significant projects in energy storage technology.
Work at General Atomics
Aaron Sathrum has been employed at General Atomics as a Senior Materials Engineer since 2011. In this role, he leads internal research and development projects and serves as a Principal Investigator. Sathrum advises senior leadership on energy storage technology, contributing to the company's strategic direction in this area. He also conducts marketing of General Atomics products and capabilities to customers, ensuring that the company's offerings are effectively communicated to the market.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Sathrum holds a Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of California, Davis, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education at the University of California, San Diego, earning a Master of Science in the same field in 2006. Sathrum continued his academic journey at UC San Diego, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering in 2011. His extensive educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in materials engineering.
Background
Before joining General Atomics, Aaron Sathrum worked as a Materials Engineer at NAVAIR from 2003 to 2006. He also gained experience as a Graduate Student at UC San Diego from 2005 to 2011, where he focused on materials science research. Earlier in his career, he served as an Energy Efficiency Intern at the California Energy Commission from 1999 to 2000. Sathrum's diverse background in both academic and practical settings has shaped his approach to materials engineering.
Achievements
Aaron Sathrum led a $2.4 million project focused on developing a soluble lead acid flow battery aimed at enhancing low-cost energy storage solutions for grid applications. This initiative reflects his commitment to advancing energy storage technology. Additionally, he actively transfers knowledge from literature and technical conferences to his team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within his organization.