Steven Jacobson

Steven Jacobson is an accomplished Staff Loads and Dynamics Engineer at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, where employment dates back to June 2013. Jacobson specializes in full lifecycle aircraft external loads analysis, including criteria development, model development, and validation. Noteworthy contributions include the creation of aerodynamic and structural dynamics models for aeroelastic analysis, performing comprehensive static and dynamic loads calculations, and developing efficient MATLAB-based tools for loads analysis that significantly enhance productivity. Previous roles at General Atomics include Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer, Loads and Dynamics Engineer, and Associate Loads and Dynamics Engineer. Jacobson holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from UC San Diego and has prior experience as a Summer Technology Assistant with the Acalanes Union High School District, where responsibilities included computer installation and network management across multiple schools.