Patrick McQuillen

Patrick McQuillen, Ph.D., is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the fields of physics and engineering. Currently serving as a Field Service Engineer at TOPTICA Photonics since January 2023, McQuillen has also been an Advisory Board Member at Skycom Corporation since February 2016. Previous roles include Physics Instructor at Arapahoe Community College, Senior Algorithm Engineer at Rebellion Photonics, and STEM Tutor in a private capacity, demonstrating a strong commitment to education and mentorship. McQuillen's technical expertise is further highlighted by experience as a Prototype Engineer, Graduate Research Fellow at Rice University, Technical Training Specialist at Flextronics, and an Electronics Technician in the United States Air Force. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Physics from Rice University and a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Louisville.