Andrew Camp
About Andrew Camp
Andrew Camp is a Senior Embedded Flight Software Engineer at Rocket Lab, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in flight software engineering, having previously held various roles at Virgin Orbit and a background in economics and chemistry from the University of Michigan.
Work at Rocket Lab
Andrew Camp has been employed at Rocket Lab as a Senior Embedded Flight Software Engineer since 2023. He works in Long Beach, California, contributing to the development and implementation of flight software systems. His role involves ensuring the reliability and performance of software used in rocket operations.
Previous Experience at Virgin Orbit
Prior to his current position, Andrew Camp held multiple roles at Virgin Orbit. He served as Acting Lead Flight Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023, and as Senior Flight Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at Virgin Orbit spanned four years, during which he started as a Flight Software Engineer in 2018 and progressed through various engineering roles.
Educational Background
Andrew Camp studied at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Economics and Chemistry from 2014 to 2017. He also attended Northwestern University for one year, focusing on Chemistry. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in engineering and software development.
Internship Experience
Throughout his career, Andrew Camp has gained diverse internship experience. He worked as a Flight Software Intern at Virgin Orbit in 2018, and held various internships in Washington D.C. Metro Area, including positions at the United States Senate, Business Roundtable, and American Action Forum. These roles contributed to his understanding of technology and innovation in a governmental context.
Research and Development Roles
In addition to his engineering roles, Andrew Camp has experience in research and development. He worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Michigan in 2016, where he supported research projects. This experience enhanced his analytical skills and understanding of scientific methodologies.