Adrien Michaud
About Adrien Michaud
Adrien Michaud is a Responsible TM/TC Software Engineer at Rocket Lab, with a Master's Degree in Astronautics Engineering and extensive experience in the aerospace sector. He has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Airbus and Alcoa, and has a strong focus on problem-solving in engineering projects.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Adrien Michaud serves as the Responsible TM/TC Software Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on telemetry and command software engineering, contributing to the development and improvement of systems that support space missions. His work involves ensuring the reliability and efficiency of software solutions that are critical for spacecraft operations.
Previous Experience in the Space Industry
Prior to his current role, Adrien Michaud worked at Airbus Defence and Space as a Database Analyst from 2016 to 2018. He then advanced to the position of Senior Satellite Reference Database Engineer at Airbus from 2018 to 2019. His experience in these roles involved managing and analyzing databases that support satellite operations, enhancing data integrity and accessibility for engineering teams.
Education and Expertise
Adrien Michaud holds a Master's Degree in Astronautics Engineering. He studied at Ecole supérieure des Techniques aéronautiques et de Construction automobile, where he earned a Diplôme d'ingénieur in aerospace engineering from 2009 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation in functional avionics and validation, which are key areas of his specialization within the space industry.
Early Career and Internships
Adrien Michaud began his career with various internships in engineering. He worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Alcoa in 2013 and held multiple internships in France, including positions at Turbomeca and Air France. These early experiences contributed to his practical knowledge in engineering and prepared him for more advanced roles in the aerospace sector.
Entrepreneurial Venture
From 2014 to 2016, Adrien Michaud founded and served as the CEO of Gridle in Paris. This entrepreneurial experience allowed him to develop skills in leadership and project management while working on innovative solutions in the technology sector, further diversifying his professional background.