Charles Hatsell

Tools Engineer at Illumix

Charles Hatsell has a range of work experience in various roles and industries. In 2010, they were the owner of Bright Idea Computers, LLC. From 2011 to 2012, they worked as a research assistant at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, focusing on nanoplasmonics and surface plasmon polaritons. In 2012, they were a mission design engineer at NASA, where they assisted in the development of small satellites. From 2013 to 2015, they worked as a graduate research and teaching assistant at The University of Texas at Austin, conducting research on graphene and serving as a teaching assistant for a laboratory class. In 2015, they were the hardware design lead at Firefly Space Systems, responsible for structural analysis and design of ground support hardware. From 2016 to 2017, they were self-employed as a 3D print designer for the Space Foundation. Charles then worked as a mechanical engineer II at Sierra Nevada Corporation from 2017 to 2019. In 2021, they were an XR developer at Ball Aerospace, where they developed a VR-performant modeling framework. Currently, they are a tools engineer at Illumix starting from 2022.

Charles Hatsell's education history is as follows:

From 2013 to 2015, Charles attended The University of Texas at Austin, where they earned a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Aerospace Engineering.

Prior to that, from 2010 to 2012, Charles studied at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, focusing on Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Physics. It is unclear whether they obtained a specific degree from this institution.

In 2009, Charles took part in an exchange program at Keiwa College in Shin-Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan.

Before their time at Keiwa College, Charles studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from 2006 to 2009, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Aerospace Engineering.

In 2006, Charles briefly attended Pikes Peak State College, focusing on Automotive Mechanics.

Charles'seducational journey began at Saint Louis University in 2005, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Aerospace Engineering. It is unclear whether they completed this degree.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Charles has obtained the certification of Engineer Intern from the State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. The specific date of obtaining this certification is not provided.

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  • Tools Engineer

    December, 2022 - present

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