Rob Lyon
About Rob Lyon
Rob Lyon serves as the Vice President of Mission Assurance & Robotics at Maxar Space Systems, overseeing spacecraft mission operations, safety, and various product assurance organizations.
Rob Lyon Vice President Mission Assurance & Robotics
Rob Lyon serves as the Vice President, Mission Assurance & Robotics at Maxar Space Systems. In this role, he leads various organizations within the company, overseeing critical aspects such as spacecraft mission operations, on-orbit support, spacecraft safety, space environments, and several product assurance organizations. He is also responsible for leading the Flight Assurance team, ensuring the flight readiness of all Maxar-built spacecraft and spacecraft components.
Rob Lyon at Maxar Space Systems
At Maxar Space Systems, Rob Lyon plays an integral role as the interface from Maxar Space System leadership to the Robotics organization headquartered in Pasadena, California. His responsibilities include supervising the technical aspects and ensuring the operational excellence of all flight missions. With a comprehensive approach to mission assurance, he addresses diverse challenges to achieve successful and safe space missions.
Rob Lyon Education and Expertise
Rob Lyon holds a robust educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy. Additionally, his educational repertoire includes a Master of Science in applied physics and a Master of Science in electrical engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School. To complement his technical skills, he attained a Master of Business Administration from Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business and a graduate certificate in RF engineering from UC San Diego. Furthermore, Rob is a qualified Six Sigma blackbelt, showcasing his proficiency in process improvement and quality management.