John Carpenter
About John Carpenter
John Carpenter is a Lead Aerospace Engineer with extensive experience in designing high energy laser systems and electro-optical sensor systems. He has worked at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems Inc. since 2018 and previously held positions at Goodrich Aerostructures and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.
Current Role at General Atomics
John Carpenter serves as the Lead Aerospace Engineer at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems Inc. since 2018. He operates in the Greater San Diego Area, focusing on advanced aerospace engineering projects. His responsibilities include overseeing the design and integration of complex systems, particularly in the areas of high energy laser systems and electro-optical sensor systems.
Previous Experience at Goodrich Aerostructures
Before his current role, John Carpenter worked at Goodrich Aerostructures as a Systems Design Engineer from 2009 to 2011. During his two-year tenure in Chula Vista, CA, he contributed to various aerospace projects, applying his engineering skills to enhance system designs.
Career at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
John Carpenter was employed at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems from 2011 to 2018 as a Supervisor and Staff Engineer. Over the course of seven years in Poway, CA, he played a significant role in engineering projects, supervising teams and ensuring the successful execution of design initiatives.
Education and Expertise in Aerospace Engineering
John Carpenter earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Southern California, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in designing high energy laser systems and electro-optical sensor systems, as well as his proficiency in engineering design tools such as Solidworks CAD & PDM and Windchill PLM.
Technical Skills in Engineering Design
John Carpenter possesses extensive technical skills in engineering design and analysis. He utilizes Solidworks CAD & PDM for design management and applies ANSYS FEA for structural analysis and optimization. His experience also includes involvement in the design and integration of telescope and optical bench systems, as well as directed energy weapons system design.