Robert Bottomley

Robert Bottomley is a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in research and development within the aerospace and bioengineering fields. Currently employed at Beta Technologies since January 2021, Robert engages in the transition from R&D to certified aircraft, utilizing tools such as CATIA, Solidworks, Onshape, and Ansys Mechanical. Previously, Robert contributed to Tethers Unlimited Inc. in the design and implementation of electro-mechanical systems, focusing on aerospace applications, while also programming sensors and instrumentation. During time at Northeastern University, Robert served as a Graduate Student Researcher and Lab Supervisor, concentrating on assistive technology for children with motor impairments and overseeing engineering projects in the Makerspace. Earlier roles included positions at Joule Unlimited Technologies, where Robert managed in-house product development and worked on biocompatible systems. Robert holds a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University.