Charlie Horn
About Charlie Horn
Charlie Horn is a Guidance, Navigation & Autonomy Engineer at Joby Aviation, leveraging his background in engineering and applied mathematics to enhance robotics systems. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Queen's University and a Master's degree from the University of Toronto, and has previously worked in various software development roles.
Work at Joby Aviation
Charlie Horn has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2021, where he serves as a Guidance, Navigation & Autonomy Engineer. In this role, he utilizes his engineering and applied mathematics background to develop and enhance systems related to guidance, navigation, and autonomy in robotics. His work focuses on integrating software development practices to improve the functionality and efficiency of these systems.
Education and Expertise
Charlie Horn holds a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mathematics from Queen's University, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. He further pursued a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Aerospace Studies with a focus on Robotics at the University of Toronto, completing his studies in 2021. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and analytical skills, which he applies in his engineering roles.
Background
Before joining Joby Aviation, Charlie Horn gained experience in various engineering roles. He worked as a Software Developer at RockMass Technologies for three months in 2017. He then transitioned to a position as a CAD Software Developer at AMD in Markham, Ontario, where he worked for one year from 2016 to 2017. Following this, he served as a Software Consultant at Munvo in Toronto, Ontario, from 2018 to 2020.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Charlie Horn has combined his expertise in software development with a focus on robotics. His roles have involved significant contributions to the development of guidance, navigation, and autonomy systems. His educational achievements and professional experiences reflect a commitment to advancing technology in the aerospace and robotics sectors.