Craig Chan
About Craig Chan
Craig Chan is a Staff Platform Software Engineer specializing in ML Tools at Lightmatter, with a strong educational background in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, as well as Artificial Intelligence. He has extensive experience in software engineering roles at various aerospace companies and co-founded the Brown Building Society to enhance practical learning for undergraduates.
Work at Lightmatter
Craig Chan serves as a Staff Platform Software Engineer focusing on ML Tools at Lightmatter. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to the development of advanced machine learning tools. His role involves leveraging his expertise in artificial intelligence to enhance platform capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Craig Chan has a strong educational background in engineering and artificial intelligence. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brown University and a Master of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University. Additionally, he studied Artificial Intelligence at Stanford University, where he completed a certificate program and excelled in the Deep Learning course (CS230). His expertise includes computer vision, finite element analysis, and automation tools development.
Background
Craig Chan's educational journey began at Salem High School, followed by his undergraduate studies at Brown University. He further advanced his education with a master's degree from Cornell University. His professional experience includes various engineering roles at notable companies such as Sikorsky Aircraft, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon, where he developed skills in software engineering and structural analysis.
Professional Experience
Craig Chan has held multiple engineering positions throughout his career. He interned at Sikorsky Aircraft in roles focused on blades structures and loads and survivability. He later worked at Northrop Grumman as a Simulation Developer and progressed to roles including Loads and Dynamics Engineer and Principal Structural Engineer. Most recently, he served as a Senior Systems (Software) Engineer at Raytheon before joining Lightmatter.
Achievements and Initiatives
Craig Chan co-founded the Brown Building Society, an initiative aimed at providing undergraduate students at Brown University with hands-on experiences in designing and building. His academic achievements include earning an A in Stanford's Deep Learning course, showcasing his proficiency in artificial intelligence and machine learning.