Eddie Obropta
About Eddie Obropta
Eddie Obropta is the Co-Founder and CTO of Raptor Maps Inc., where he has worked since 2015 following his success in the MIT $100K business plan competition. He has a background in engineering and aerospace, having studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and held various internships in notable companies.
Work at Raptor Maps
Eddie Obropta serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Raptor Maps, Inc., a role he has held since 2015. Under his leadership, Raptor Maps focuses on providing software solutions for the solar energy industry. The company gained recognition after winning the MIT $100K business plan competition, which helped to establish its foundation. Raptor Maps has participated in the Y Combinator startup incubator program, further enhancing its growth and innovation in the renewable energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Eddie Obropta earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from 2009 to 2013 and later achieved his Master’s degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics from 2013 to 2015. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and engineering, particularly in the aerospace and renewable energy fields.
Background
Before co-founding Raptor Maps, Eddie Obropta gained diverse experience in various engineering roles. He worked as an Engineer at Ministry of Supply for seven months in 2011 and interned at Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) in multiple capacities, including Environmental Controls and Life Support Systems Intern in 2013 and Thermal Dynamics Intern in 2012. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Man Vehicle Lab from 2013 to 2016.
Previous Work Experience
Eddie Obropta has held several positions prior to his current role at Raptor Maps. He was the Owner of RompApparel from 2006 to 2009 in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. He also interned at Progressive Sports Technologies for one month in 2011 in the United Kingdom. His varied experiences across different companies and roles have contributed to his expertise in technology and entrepreneurship.