James Ferrell
About James Ferrell
James Ferrell is a Senior Manager of Opto-Mechanical Engineering in the Electromagnetic Systems Group at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in opto-mechanical engineering, having held various positions at notable companies including Raytheon and Boeing.
Work at General Atomics
James Ferrell has been employed at General Atomics since 2017, where he serves as the Senior Manager of Opto-Mechanical Engineering within the Electromagnetic Systems Group. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and manages teams focused on opto-mechanical systems. His tenure at General Atomics has spanned over seven years, contributing to various initiatives in the Greater San Diego Area.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining General Atomics, James Ferrell held several engineering positions. He worked at Directed Energy Solutions as a Senior Engineer for ten months in 2004-2005. He also spent seven years at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, where he progressed from Project Engineer to Manager of Precision and Opto-Mechanical Engineering between 2009 and 2017. Additionally, he worked at Raytheon as a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer from 2001 to 2004 and at Cymer as a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer from 2005 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
James Ferrell earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Northridge, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science from Montana Technological University, completing his studies there from 1990 to 1995. His educational background supports his expertise in opto-mechanical engineering and related fields.
Career Development in Opto-Mechanical Engineering
James Ferrell's career in opto-mechanical engineering began at Boeing, where he worked as an Opto-Mechanical Engineer from 1998 to 2001. He then transitioned to Raytheon, followed by roles at Cymer and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. His diverse experience across these companies has contributed to his development as a senior manager in the field, focusing on precision engineering and system integration.