Krishtof Korda
About Krishtof Korda
Krishtof Korda is the Director of Global Field Application Engineering at Ouster, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in aerospace and mechanical engineering, with experience at the United States Air Force Test Pilot School and various engineering roles in the technology sector.
Current Role at Ouster
Krishtof Korda serves as the Director of Global Field Application Engineering at Ouster, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees the application engineering team, focusing on the deployment and integration of Ouster's lidar technology across various sectors. His leadership aims to enhance customer experience and technical support, ensuring that clients effectively utilize Ouster's products.
Previous Experience at Ouster
Before his current role, Korda worked at Ouster as a Field Application Engineer from 2019 to 2023. During this time, he was responsible for providing technical support and guidance to customers, helping them implement lidar solutions in their projects. His experience contributed to the growth of Ouster's client base in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Military Engineering Background
Korda has a significant background in military engineering, having worked at the United States Air Force Test Pilot School in various roles from 2009 to 2018. He started as a Mechanical Engineer I and II, progressing to Mechanical Design and Operations Engineer III. His responsibilities included analyzing data for aircraft systems and crafting test plans for complex systems, including Navigation and Autothrottle control systems.
Educational Qualifications
Korda's educational background includes a Master of Science in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Studies from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Additionally, he earned a Self-driving Car Engineer Nanodegree from Udacity in 2018.
Internship Experience
Korda gained valuable experience through internships at various organizations. He worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at IGT from 2007 to 2008 and at Sierra Nevada Corporation in 2009. These internships provided him with hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, contributing to his professional development before pursuing full-time roles in the industry.