Tomas Chylek

Tomas Chylek is a seasoned engineer specializing in opto-mechanical systems, currently serving as a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer at TMT International Observatory, LLC since June 2015, where responsibilities include the engineering and development of systems for the Thirty Meter Telescope. Previously, Tomas has held significant roles such as Telescope Mechanical Engineer at Giant Magellan Telescope Organization, Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Lowell Observatory, and Senior Mechanical Engineer at Joint Astronomy Centre. Early career experience includes positions at Velan Inc., where Tomas developed industrial butterfly valves, and NASA Langley Research Center, contributing to research published in the AIAA journal. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University and multiple degrees from Czech Technical University in Prague, focusing on Mechanical Engineering and Optomechanics.