Adam Sutton
About Adam Sutton
Adam Sutton is a Cost Estimating Lead at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, with a diverse background in engineering and program controls. He has contributed to significant projects, including the James Webb Space Telescope, and holds two patents for disk clamp modifications.
Current Role at Millennium Space Systems
Adam Sutton serves as the Cost Estimating Lead at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing cost estimation processes and ensuring accuracy in project budgeting. His expertise contributes to the financial planning and resource allocation for various aerospace projects.
Previous Experience at Millennium Space Systems
Prior to his current position, Adam Sutton worked at Millennium Space Systems as a Senior Program Controls Specialist from 2019 to 2021 and as a Program Controls Specialist from 2018 to 2021. His roles involved managing program controls and ensuring effective project execution within the organization, contributing to the success of various aerospace initiatives.
Experience at Northrop Grumman Corporation
Adam Sutton was employed at Northrop Grumman Corporation from 2013 to 2018 as an Integration and Test Engineer, where he led the Alignment Engineering Team. His work focused on integration and testing processes, which are critical for the development of aerospace systems. He also completed internships at Northrop Grumman in 2009, gaining foundational experience in the aerospace sector.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Adam Sutton holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara, obtained from 2005 to 2009. He further pursued a Master of Arts in Economics with a focus on Business Economics from 2009 to 2010. He completed a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles, from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he earned a Certificate in Systems Engineering from CalTech in 2014.
Patents and Technical Contributions
During his tenure at IntriPlex Technologies, Adam Sutton developed two patented disk clamp modifications for hard disk drives, with patent numbers US 9361929 B2 and US 8824099 B2. He also contributed to the Spacecraft Integration and Test on the James Webb Space Telescope, focusing on Alignment Integration and Test, showcasing his involvement in significant aerospace projects.