Taylor Duchinski
About Taylor Duchinski
Taylor Duchinski is an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer currently working at Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California. With a background in avionics engineering and a Bachelor's degree from Purdue University, Duchinski has held various roles in the aerospace sector, including leadership positions within the Purdue Space Program.
Work at Rocket Lab
Taylor Duchinski currently serves as an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position held since 2023. This role is based in Long Beach, California. In this capacity, Duchinski is involved in the design, development, and production of avionics systems, contributing to the company's mission of providing reliable launch services for small satellites.
Current Role at Purdue Space Program
Since 2022, Taylor Duchinski has been the Liquid's Team Avionics Lead Engineer at Purdue Space Program: A SEDS Chapter in West Lafayette, Indiana. In this leadership role, Duchinski oversees avionics design and implementation for liquid propulsion systems, guiding a team in the development of innovative aerospace technologies.
Previous Experience in Avionics Engineering
Duchinski has held multiple positions within the Purdue Space Program: A SEDS Chapter. In 2022, he worked as the BZZ Vehicle Avionics Lead & GSE Flight Avionics Engineer and as a BZB Vehicle & GSE Flight Avionics Engineer, both for one month in Mojave, California. These roles involved hands-on experience with flight avionics systems and ground support equipment.
Education and Academic Background
Taylor Duchinski is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering at Purdue University, with an expected graduation in 2025. His academic journey began at Strath Haven High School, where he completed his high school diploma in 2021. Duchinski's education provides a strong foundation for his engineering career in the aerospace sector.
Internship Experience
Duchinski has gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as an Engineering Intern at Asylon Robotics for three months in 2022 and as a Manufacturing Intern at Asylon for two months in 2021. These internships allowed him to apply engineering principles in practical settings, enhancing his skills in robotics and manufacturing processes.