Micah Veilleux
About Micah Veilleux
Micah Veilleux is a Field Software Engineer at IBA, where he has worked since 2011 in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. He specializes in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware for proton beam generation and has developed software tools for proton therapy systems.
Work at IBA
Micah Veilleux has been employed at IBA as a Field Software Engineer since 2011, accumulating over 13 years of experience in this role. Based in the Knoxville, Tennessee area, he is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of specialized hardware essential for proton beam generation. His role also includes operating and optimizing the proton therapy system to ensure accurate proton beam delivery, which is critical for cancer treatment. Additionally, he serves as a system administrator, maintaining production servers at the Provision Center for Proton Therapy.
Education and Expertise
Micah Veilleux holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Clark University and a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Computer Science from Christopher Newport University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in the field of proton therapy. He has developed specialized software tools for monitoring and automating equipment at the Provision Center for Proton Therapy, showcasing his technical skills and expertise in software development and system optimization.
Background
Before joining IBA, Micah Veilleux worked as a Research Assistant at Jefferson Lab from 2007 to 2010, focusing on particle accelerator technology. He also served as a Research Assistant at Clark University for 11 months in 2005 and 2006. These positions allowed him to gain valuable experience in research and development, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field of physics and engineering.
Achievements in Proton Therapy
In his current role, Micah Veilleux has made significant contributions to the field of proton therapy. He is involved in the debugging of various software issues related to proton therapy systems, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of these critical medical technologies. His work in developing software tools and optimizing proton therapy systems plays a vital role in improving cancer treatment outcomes.