Richard Le
About Richard Le
Richard Le is a Test Engineer V at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in engineering roles, particularly in testing and project leadership for advanced aerospace technologies.
Work at General Atomics
Richard Le has been employed at General Atomics since 2016. He currently holds the position of Test Engineer V, a role he has maintained since 2018. In this capacity, he has contributed to various projects in San Diego. Prior to his current role, he served as Manufacturing Engineer IV at the same company for two years. His work has involved significant responsibilities in testing and engineering, particularly in advanced technology applications.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining General Atomics, Richard Le worked at BMT as a Senior Project Engineer and Project Technical Lead from 2012 to 2016. His role involved overseeing engineering projects and leading technical teams. Additionally, he spent eight years at L3 Technologies as an R&D Optical Engineer and Electrical Engineer, where he focused on optical systems and communication technologies.
Technical Leadership in Advanced Arresting Gear
Richard Le served as the Technical Test Lead for the Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) system on the CVN 78 and CVN 79 aircraft carriers. This role required a deep understanding of complex engineering systems and the ability to manage testing protocols effectively. His leadership contributed to the successful implementation of this critical technology in naval aviation.
Education and Expertise
Richard Le earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Photonics and Robotics from the University of California, San Diego. He completed his studies from 1999 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in advanced engineering and technology development.
Involvement in Laser Communication Projects
Richard Le has been involved in significant projects related to laser communication technology. He contributed to testing the Laser Communication Terminal payload for the LINCS 12U CubeSat satellite. Currently, he is working on the Air-to-Space laser communication terminal project, which focuses on establishing optical crosslinks between LINCS satellites and the MQ-9 Reaper drone.