Carlos M. A. Deccia, Ph.D.

Carlos M. A. Deccia, Ph.D. has a diverse range of work experience in the field of astrodynamics and aerospace engineering. Carlos M. A. is currently employed as the Lead Astrodynamics Engineer at Morpheus Space. Prior to this, they served as a Graduate Research Assistant and later as a Guest Lecturer at the University of Colorado Boulder. During their time at the university, they worked on various projects related to astrodynamics engineering, including the development of an orbital data analysis package for exoplanet research and the design of a satellite constellation for the GTOC-8 optimization competition.

In addition, Carlos has contributed to the field through their roles as a Journal Reviewer for SPIE and IAA Acta Astronautica. Carlos M. A. reviewed publications on topics such as retargeting architecture for exoplanet detection and a Starshade-based satellite constellation. Carlos M. A. also worked as a Model Software Engineer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and an Astrodynamics Engineer at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

Before their involvement in research and engineering, Carlos gained teaching experience as a Coach for the Introduction Program of TU Delft and as a Teaching Assistant for various courses at TU Delft, including website architecture development and Simulation, Verification, and Validation. Overall, their work experience reflects a strong expertise in astrodynamics engineering, with contributions to research, engineering, and education in the field.

Carlos M. A. Deccia, Ph.D. earned their Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology in 2012. Carlos M. A. then pursued further education at the same institution and obtained a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Aerospace Engineering with a focus on Space Exploration in 2017.

During their academic journey, Carlos engaged in an Athens exchange program at ENSTA Paris in 2013. This program allowed him to gain expertise in the field of Artificial Satellites and Applications.

In 2011, Carlos delved into the field of Technology, Policy, and Management at Delft University of Technology. Although no specific degree is mentioned for this period, it demonstrates their intrigue and exploration of different facets of the aerospace industry.

Carlos's educational endeavors reached their pinnacle with their pursuit of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. This program started in 2016 and is expected to conclude in 2022.

Throughout their education, Carlos M. A. Deccia, Ph.D. has shown a deep commitment to aerospace engineering and a keen interest in various dimensions of the field, including space exploration, satellites, and technology management.