Dennis Donovan
About Dennis Donovan
Dennis Donovan is a Manufacturing Product Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has worked since 2024. He has a diverse background in engineering roles at various companies, including Lockheed Martin and Sierra Space, and holds multiple degrees in engineering and technology.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Dennis Donovan has been employed as a Manufacturing Product Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2024. He works in a hybrid capacity in the United States. His role involves applying his engineering expertise to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality within the defense and security sector.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Before joining Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Dennis Donovan gained extensive experience in the aerospace industry. He worked at Lockheed Martin as a Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op from 2020 to 2021 and held multiple positions at Sierra Space, including Manufacturing Engineer from 2022 to 2023 and Test Technician from 2019 to 2022. His roles involved hands-on engineering tasks and contributing to various aerospace projects.
Educational Background and Studies
Dennis Donovan studied Aerospace Systems Engineering Technology at Metropolitan State University of Denver, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 2019 to 2021. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Arizona State University, starting in 2023. Additionally, he has studied Aircraft Electrical Assembly at DeVry University since 2017.
Leadership and Involvement in Student Organizations
During his time at Metropolitan State University of Denver, Dennis served as the vice president of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) chapter and the Ham Radio Club. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to leadership and collaboration within the engineering community.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Dennis Donovan possesses a range of technical skills relevant to aerospace manufacturing. He has led several cube satellite projects and designed PCBs and FPGA IP Blocks using Altium Designer and Verilog. He has received certifications from IPC and NASA in areas such as soldering, conformal coat application, bonding, and staking, which enhance his qualifications in aerospace hardware assembly and repair.