Dave Stainbrook
About Dave Stainbrook
Dave Stainbrook is a Lead Software Engineer and Branch Manager at HX5, LLC, where he has worked since 2020. He has received multiple awards from NASA for his contributions to various space projects and holds expertise in embedded systems and software engineering.
Work at HX5, LLC
Dave Stainbrook has been employed at HX5, LLC since 2020, where he serves as Lead Software Engineer, Branch Manager, and Task Manager. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing software engineering projects and managing branch operations in Cleveland, Ohio. His contributions have been integral to the success of various initiatives within the company.
Previous Employment History
Before joining HX5, LLC, Dave Stainbrook worked at Vantage Partners, LLC from 2012 to 2020, where he held similar positions as Lead Software Engineer, Branch Manager, and Task Manager. His career began at Analex Corporation, where he served as a Software Engineer from 1995 to 2005. He also worked at ZIN Technologies, Inc. as a Senior Software Engineer for one year from 2006 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Dave Stainbrook earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from Ohio University, completing his studies from 1980 to 1985. He possesses expertise in real-time embedded single board computer applications, utilizing object-oriented UML tools and programming in C and C++. His training includes AS9100 Aerospace Industry Quality Management System and CMMI software process improvement system.
Contributions to NASA Projects
Dave Stainbrook has made significant contributions to various NASA projects, including the Spacecraft Fire Safety Demonstration (SFSD) Project 'Saffire', Materials on ISS Experiment-X (MISSE-X), SCAN Testbed, and the Fluids and Combustion Facility (FCF). He was also involved in the NASA Power, Avionics, and Software (PAS) subsystem for the Advanced Extra-Vehicular Mobility Unit (AEMU) 'Spacesuit' Project.
Achievements and Awards
Dave Stainbrook has received the Space Flight Awareness Silver Snoopy Award, recognizing his excellence in executing complex deliverables for NASA. He has also been honored with the Space Flight Awareness Flight Safety Award for his significant contributions to astronaut safety and the success of NASA’s human spaceflight programs.