Brendan Short
About Brendan Short
Brendan Short is an R&D Software Engineer at General Atomics, with a background in computer engineering and robotics. He has held various positions, including a graduate student researcher at NASA Ames Research Center and an intern at Edgespring.
Current Role at General Atomics
Brendan Short serves as an R&D Software Engineer at General Atomics, a position he has held since 2020. His work focuses on research and development within the organization, contributing to projects that align with the company's technological advancements. General Atomics is known for its innovations in defense and energy sectors, and Short's role is integral to the development of software solutions that support these initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Brendan Short has a strong educational background in engineering and computer science. He earned a Master of Science in Computer Engineering with an emphasis in Robotics and Control from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 2015 to 2018. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Robotics Engineering, also from the University of California, Santa Cruz, studying from 2012 to 2015. His foundational education includes studying General Engineering at Santa Rosa Junior College from 2009 to 2012 and completing high school at Maria Carrillo High School from 2005 to 2009.
Previous Experience at NASA Ames Research Center
Before joining General Atomics, Brendan Short worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at NASA Ames Research Center from 2015 to 2016. In this role, he engaged in research projects that contributed to the center's objectives in aerospace technology and engineering. His experience at NASA provided him with valuable insights and skills relevant to his current position.
Internship at Edgespring
In 2011, Brendan Short completed a one-month internship at Edgespring while studying at the University of California, Santa Cruz. This internship provided him with practical experience in the software engineering field, allowing him to apply his academic knowledge in a professional setting.
Early Career at Safeway
Brendan Short began his career as a Courtesy Clerk at Safeway, where he worked from 2008 to 2011. This role, which he held for three years in Santa Rosa, California, involved customer service and support tasks, laying the groundwork for his future professional endeavors.