Josh T.
About Josh T.
Josh T. is a Spacecraft Operations Software Engineer at Rocket Lab, with a background in geology and extensive experience in software development. He has worked for various companies, including Amazon and arturo.ai, and has a Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Lawrence University.
Work at Rocket Lab
Josh T. serves as a Spacecraft Operations Software Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves developing and maintaining software systems that support spacecraft operations. Located in Long Beach, California, Josh contributes to Rocket Lab's mission of providing reliable and cost-effective access to space.
Education and Expertise
Josh T. has a strong academic background in geology and earth sciences. He studied at the Geological Observatory of Coldigioco, where he participated in a Field Seminar in 2011. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Lawrence University, attending from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he completed studies at The University of Auckland for one year in 2010. His educational experiences provide him with a solid foundation in both scientific and technical disciplines.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role, Josh T. held various positions in software engineering and related fields. He worked as a Software Development Engineer at Amazon AWS from 2017 to 2018 in Seattle, Washington. He also served as a Software Engineering Lead at arturo.ai from 2018 to 2020 in the Greater Chicago Area. His experience includes roles as a Web Developer at Project6 Design, Inc. and as a Platform Engineer at SpaceVR, showcasing his diverse skill set in software development.
Teaching and Research Roles
Josh T. has experience in educational roles, having worked as an Assistant Instructor at UC Berkeley Extension for three months in 2017. He also served as a Student Researcher at Lawrence University from 2010 to 2012, where he engaged in research activities that enhanced his analytical skills. These roles reflect his commitment to sharing knowledge and contributing to academic environments.
Early Career and Development
Josh T. began his career in various roles at the Ravinia Festival from 2004 to 2008, where he gained valuable experience in different capacities. He also worked as a Staff Geologist at Terraphase Engineering Inc. for six months in 2013. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his later transition into software engineering and operations within the aerospace sector.