Greg Sehestedt
About Greg Sehestedt
Greg Sehestedt is a Staff Systems Engineer specializing in Fault Management at Kodiak, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in autonomous systems, having held positions at Cruise and Nuro, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and an MBA.
Current Role at Kodiak Robotics
Greg Sehestedt serves as a Staff Systems Engineer specializing in Fault Management at Kodiak Robotics. He has been with the company since 2024, working in a hybrid capacity from Mountain View, California. His role involves overseeing systems engineering processes related to fault management, ensuring the reliability and safety of autonomous vehicle systems.
Previous Experience at Cruise
Before joining Kodiak Robotics, Greg worked at Cruise as a Staff Systems Engineer for Autonomous Vehicles from 2022 to 2024. During his tenure in the San Francisco Bay Area, he contributed to the development and enhancement of autonomous vehicle technologies, focusing on systems engineering aspects.
Experience at Nuro
Greg was employed at Nuro as a Systems Engineer for Autonomous Systems from 2019 to 2022. His work in Mountain View, California, involved developing systems for autonomous delivery vehicles, contributing to advancements in the field of robotics and automation.
Educational Background
Greg holds multiple degrees in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from San Jose State University from 1990 to 1995. He then obtained a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Santa Clara University from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he completed an MBA in Managing Innovation and Technology at Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business from 2000 to 2003.
Long-Term Experience at Space Systems Loral
Greg spent 20 years at Space Systems Loral as a Robotics Systems Engineer from 1999 to 2019. His extensive experience in this role involved working on various projects related to robotics and systems engineering, contributing to the company's advancements in satellite technology and robotics.