Rachel Gupton
About Rachel Gupton
Rachel Gupton is an Electrical Engineer R&D S&E at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in satellite payload testing and development.
Company
Rachel Gupton currently works at Sandia National Laboratories in the role of Electrical Engineer R&D S&E. Her tenure at Sandia started in 2011, where she initially joined as a Technical Undergraduate Year-Round Intern and continued in various roles, including Critical Skills Master Program Employee. She has been contributing to the organization in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and has gained extensive experience in the field through her long-term association with Sandia.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Gupton pursued her higher education at the University of Arizona, where she earned a BS and MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, focusing on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Computing. Additionally, she holds a Professional Certificate in Test and Evaluation from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Her academic background has provided her with a solid foundation in electrical engineering concepts and specialized knowledge in artificial intelligence.
Professional Background
Rachel Gupton's professional journey began as a Technical Undergraduate Year-Round Intern at Sandia National Laboratories from 2011 to 2013. She then became a Critical Skills Master Program Employee until 2014, before transitioning to her current role as an Electrical Engineer R&D S&E. Before joining Sandia, she worked as a Fitness Consultant at Sports Clubs in Albuquerque from 2008 to 2010. Her diverse roles have enabled her to develop a broad skill set, particularly in research and development within the electrical engineering domain.
Key Projects and Responsibilities
Rachel Gupton has been instrumental in several key projects at Sandia National Laboratories. She led a team to develop a satellite payload tester, managing the construction and testing processes using an NI chassis for RF signal processing and automation. She also developed a comprehensive qualification plan for the tester, ensuring all requirements were meticulously documented and verified. Additionally, she has served as the Assembly, Integration, and Test lead, overseeing various testing protocols and ensuring quality standards. In her role as Production Lead, she effectively communicated status, budget, and issues to customers, ensuring project alignment with client expectations.