Kieran Hitchcock
About Kieran Hitchcock
Kieran Hitchcock is a Junior HITL Engineer at Rocket Lab, where he focuses on testing and validating flight hardware and software for lunar missions. He has previous experience as an intern at various engineering firms and holds a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Canterbury.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Kieran Hitchcock currently serves as a Junior HITL Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on testing and validating flight hardware and software, specifically for the Capstone Mission to the moon. His responsibilities include ensuring that all systems meet operational standards and function correctly under various conditions.
Previous Experience at Rocket Lab
Prior to his current position, Kieran Hitchcock worked as a HITL Engineering Intern at Rocket Lab from 2020 to 2021 for a duration of seven months. During this internship, he gained valuable experience in the field of hardware-in-the-loop testing, contributing to various projects that enhanced his understanding of aerospace engineering.
Educational Background in Engineering
Kieran Hitchcock studied at the University of Canterbury, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Engineering from 2016 to 2020. His education provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering roles.
Internship Experience in Engineering
Kieran has accumulated diverse internship experience in engineering roles. He worked as a Summer Engineering Intern at Bluelab Corporation Limited from 2019 to 2020 for four months. Additionally, he served as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Trustpower for three months in 2017 to 2018, and as a Mechatronics Engineering Intern at Robotics Plus Ltd for three months from 2018 to 2019. These internships contributed to his practical skills and knowledge in engineering.
Mechatronics Engineering Studies
During his time at the University of Canterbury, Kieran Hitchcock also engaged in Mechatronics Engineering studies, which he pursued alongside his engineering degree. This focus on mechatronics has equipped him with specialized skills in integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems, enhancing his capabilities as an engineer.