James Alens

James Alens is an experienced engineering project manager currently employed at Fox Factory since June 2018, where responsibilities include project management and coordination involving various engineering disciplines. Prior to this, James worked at SSL from October 2013 to June 2018, holding roles as an advanced systems integration engineer and associate electrical vehicle/attitude control engineer, focusing on the assembly, integration, and testing of satellite subsystems. James possesses a solid background in testing methodologies, high-level schematic interpretation, and code translation for spacecraft. Significant accomplishments include multiple Asterism awards for collaboration and cross-disciplinary knowledge while also contributing to internal research and product strategy. James began professional experience as a service technician at Discount Tire Company from August 2010 to September 2013, enhancing teamwork and technical problem-solving abilities. James holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from San José State University, earned between 2010 and 2016.