Flynn Doherty
About Flynn Doherty
Flynn Doherty is a Software Engineer II specializing in Neutron Flight Software at Rocket Lab, where he has contributed to the development of flight and simulation software for the company's latest launch vehicle. He has a diverse background in software engineering, having previously worked on real-time mission command software and held various roles at Rocket Lab and other organizations.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Flynn Doherty currently serves as a Software Engineer II in the Neutron Flight Software team at Rocket Lab. He has been in this position since 2023, contributing to the development of flight and simulation software for the Neutron launch vehicle. This role involves applying his expertise in software engineering to enhance the capabilities of Rocket Lab's newest and largest launch vehicle.
Previous Experience at Rocket Lab
Prior to his current role, Flynn worked at Rocket Lab in various capacities. He was a Software Engineer II focused on Launch Operations for three months in 2023 and previously held the position of Software Engineer I in Launch Operations from 2022 to 2023 for one year. During his tenure, he contributed to real-time mission command and control software, enhancing the operational efficiency of launch operations.
Education and Software Engineering Background
Flynn Doherty studied at the University of Canterbury, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering with Honors in Software Engineering from 2017 to 2020. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in software development, enabling him to work on various projects in aerospace and technology sectors.
Founding Roles and Early Career
Flynn has experience as a founder and software developer. He founded Trendid, where he worked as a Software Developer from 2016 to 2017 in Townsville, Australia. Additionally, he founded Elix: Creative, serving as a Web Developer from 2012 to 2016. These roles contributed to his entrepreneurial skills and technical expertise in software development.
Leadership and Contributions at University of Canterbury
At the University of Canterbury Aerospace, Flynn held dual roles. He served as Software Lead for Telemetry Systems from 2018 to 2019, where he contributed to critical software projects. Additionally, he was the President of the organization from 2019 to 2020, demonstrating his leadership abilities and commitment to the aerospace community.