Sam Russell
About Sam Russell
Sam Russell is a Flight Simulation and Flight Systems Software Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has worked remotely since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master's degree in Entertainment Arts and Engineering from the University of Utah.
Work at Joby Aviation
Sam Russell has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2021, serving as a Flight Simulation & Flight Systems Software Engineer. His role involves developing and implementing flight simulation systems and software solutions for the company’s innovative aerial mobility projects. Joby Aviation is known for its focus on electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Russell's contributions are integral to the advancement of these technologies. He works remotely from Santa Cruz, California.
Education and Expertise
Sam Russell holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Texas A&M University, which he completed from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Entertainment Arts & Engineering from the University of Utah between 2015 and 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in flight systems, simulation, and software engineering, particularly in the areas of VR application development and AI & Robotics.
Professional Background
Russell's professional experience spans various roles in the aerospace and technology sectors. He began his career as an Engineering Intern at ATK Launch Systems, Inc. in 2008 and returned for another internship in 2009. He then worked at Lockheed Martin Procerus Technologies as a Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer and later as a Mechanical Engineer from 2010 to 2016. After that, he held multiple positions at Anki, including Software Engineer and AI Software Engineer, from 2016 to 2019, and spent a year as a Software Engineer at Kitty Hawk from 2019 to 2020.
Technical Skills and Projects
Sam Russell has developed a diverse skill set throughout his career. He has experience in Hardware-In-Loop simulation and cloud integration, which are critical for testing and validating flight systems. His work has involved containerized applications and locally hosted web services. Russell's technical expertise also includes VR application development, enhancing user interaction with flight simulation environments. His background in AI & Robotics software engineering further complements his capabilities in developing advanced flight systems.