Matthew Aggleton
About Matthew Aggleton
Matthew Aggleton is a Manufacturing Process Engineer at General Atomics, specializing in micron-sized problems in process engineering. He has over a decade of experience in aerospace and has contributed to inertial confinement fusion at the National Ignition Facility.
Work at General Atomics
Matthew Aggleton has been employed as a Manufacturing Process Engineer at General Atomics since 2020. His role is based in Livermore, California, where he has contributed to various projects over the past four years. His expertise lies in addressing micron-sized challenges within the field of process engineering, particularly in relation to aerospace applications.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Matthew Aggleton held several engineering roles. He served as Engineering Manager at Thermal-Vac Technology from 2011 to 2013. He also worked as an R&D Engineer at LeFiell Manufacturing from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he was an Experimental Research Assistant at the University of California, Irvine from 2005 to 2010, and briefly worked as a Physics Instructor at Chapman University in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Aggleton earned his PhD in Chemical and Materials Physics from the University of California, Irvine, completing his studies from 2004 to 2010. He also studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he obtained a BS in Physics from 1999 to 2004. His educational background supports his specialization in process engineering, particularly in the context of aerospace technology.
Contributions to Inertial Confinement Fusion
At the National Ignition Facility, Matthew Aggleton has contributed to advancements in inertial confinement fusion. His work focuses on developing and refining processes that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of fusion research initiatives.
Background
Matthew Aggleton completed his high school education at Ossining High School from 1995 to 1999. He has accumulated over a decade of experience in aerospace companies in the Los Angeles area, which has informed his work in both research and manufacturing engineering.