Simon Moffatt
About Simon Moffatt
Simon Moffatt is a Team Lead at Rocket Lab, specializing in Curie Development. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has worked on various aerospace projects, contributing to advancements in space exploration.
Work at Rocket Lab
Simon Moffatt has been employed at Rocket Lab since 2016, where he serves as the Team Lead for Curie Development. In this role, he oversees a team of over nine engineers and is responsible for ongoing production, launch support, and new development initiatives. His work focuses on the development of aerospace products, contributing to various projects that include unmanned aircraft and orbital launch vehicle propulsion.
Education and Expertise
Simon Moffatt earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) with Distinction from the University of Victoria, where he studied Mechanical Engineering with a Business Minor. His academic journey spanned from 2010 to 2016 and included co-op placements that provided practical experience in mechanical systems design and engineering. This educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in aerospace engineering.
Background in Aerospace Engineering
Prior to his current role at Rocket Lab, Simon Moffatt gained valuable experience in the aerospace sector through various internships. He worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Boeing in 2014, a Propulsion Engineer Intern at Rocket Lab from 2014 to 2015, and as a Mechanical Systems Design intern at UVic ECOsat from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he completed a co-op at ING Robotic Aviation in 2011, which further developed his skills in mechanical engineering.
Career Goals in Space Exploration
Simon Moffatt aims to contribute to significant advancements in space exploration, particularly in projects focused on landing humans on Mars and establishing a base on the Moon. His current role at Rocket Lab positions him to play a part in these large-scale initiatives, leveraging his experience in aerospace product development and engineering leadership.