Nathan Brown
About Nathan Brown
Nathan Brown is a Senior Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories, specializing in optical diagnostics within high energy density physics. He has extensive experience in aerospace engineering and research interests in spacecraft propulsion, plasma physics, and dynamic material properties.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Nathan Brown has been working as a Senior Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories. Sandia National Laboratories is known for its high-level research and development in various fields, including national security and technology innovation. Nathan's role at Sandia encompasses a range of responsibilities that leverage his expertise in high energy density physics and optical diagnostics.
Previous Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Prior to his current role, Nathan Brown worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure as a Postdoctoral Researcher, Nathan was involved in research and development projects that contributed to advancements in his areas of specialization.
Academic Background at Georgia Institute of Technology
Nathan Brown has a strong academic background in Aerospace Engineering, earning a Ph.D. from the Georgia Institute of Technology between 2016 and 2018. He also holds a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the same institution, achieved in 2016, and completed his Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from 1970 to 2011. His time at Georgia Tech provided a solid foundation for his research career, particularly in high energy density physics and spacecraft propulsion.
Research Focus Areas
Nathan Brown specializes in optical diagnostics within the field of high energy density physics. His research interests include spacecraft propulsion and plasma physics, as well as dynamic material properties. These focus areas have been central to his career and contributions to the field of Aerospace Engineering.
Early Career Experience
Before his current role, Nathan accrued diverse experiences across various institutions. He worked at Georgia Institute of Technology as an NSF Fellow from 2017 to 2020, and as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2016 to 2017. He also interned at L3 Technologies in 2016 and at ATA Engineering from 2013 to 2015. These roles helped shape his career trajectory and deepen his expertise in aerospace engineering and related fields.