Dan Havey
About Dan Havey
Dan Havey is an Engineering Manager at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2022. He has over a decade of experience in satellite systems engineering and has held various technical and managerial roles in the aerospace and defense industry.
Work at General Atomics
Dan Havey has been serving as an Engineering Manager at General Atomics since 2022. In this role, he oversees technical teams and manages projects within the aerospace and defense sectors. His responsibilities include coordinating engineering efforts and ensuring that projects align with organizational goals. His experience in both technical and managerial capacities contributes to the effectiveness of his leadership at General Atomics.
Experience in Aerospace and Defense
Dan Havey has extensive experience in the aerospace and defense industry, managing technical teams and projects. His career includes significant roles that highlight his expertise in satellite systems engineering and mission operations engineering. He transitioned from technical roles to managerial positions, demonstrating a blend of technical knowledge and leadership skills that are essential in high-stakes environments.
Previous Roles at Northrop Grumman and Intelsat
Before joining General Atomics, Dan Havey worked as a Staff Engineer in Mission Operations at Northrop Grumman from 2020 to 2022. His role involved overseeing mission operations within defense projects. Prior to that, he served as a Principal Satellite Systems Engineer at Intelsat from 2006 to 2014, where he focused on satellite systems engineering. These positions provided him with a strong foundation in the technical aspects of aerospace and defense.
Education and Expertise
Dan Havey studied at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics & Astronautics from 1998 to 2000. He also attended the University of Nottingham for a year, focusing on Physics, Maths, and Philosophy. His educational background supports his expertise in satellite systems engineering and mission operations, which he has developed over more than a decade in the industry.
Background
Dan Havey completed his secondary education at South Milwaukee High School. His early academic pursuits laid the groundwork for his later studies in engineering and sciences. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing in the aerospace and defense sectors, transitioning from technical roles to management while gaining valuable experience along the way.