Tim Pantano
About Tim Pantano
Tim Pantano is a Radio Frequency System Engineer with experience in RF component evaluation and system integration. He has worked at Advanced Navigation and currently at Rocket Lab, where he focuses on enhancing RF testing capabilities for space vehicles.
Work at Rocket Lab
Tim Pantano has been employed at Rocket Lab as a Radio Frequency System Engineer since 2020. In this role, he has focused on enhancing RF system testing capabilities and integrating RF transceivers within various systems. His responsibilities include leading the redesign of RF System Level tests specifically tailored for Space Vehicles, ensuring that the RF systems meet the rigorous demands of space operations.
Previous Experience at Advanced Navigation
Prior to his current role, Tim Pantano interned at Advanced Navigation in Sydney, Australia, for three months in 2019. During his internship, he conducted trade studies to evaluate and select RF components for system integration. He also designed and produced specialized test harnesses aimed at facilitating RF system testing.
Education and Expertise
Tim Pantano studied at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) from 2014 to 2019, where he pursued a degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, with a focus on Avionics Aerospace. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in aerospace engineering principles, which he applies in his professional work.
Technical Contributions
In his role as a Radio Frequency System Engineer, Tim Pantano has made significant contributions to the testing and integration of RF systems. He has implemented and tested Ground Station Equipment to improve RF system testing capabilities, demonstrating his technical proficiency in the field. His work is critical in ensuring the reliability and performance of RF systems in aerospace applications.