Eric Hultgren

Eric H. is an accomplished aeronautics and astronautics professional with extensive experience in guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) engineering. Serving as Principal GNC Engineer at Vast since March 2022, Eric previously held GNC engineering positions at Space Exploration Technologies from November 2006 to March 2022 and at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company from August 2003 to October 2006. Eric H. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aeronautics and Astronautics, a Master of Science (MS) in Aeronautics & Astronautics, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, all obtained from Stanford University between 1999 and 2018. Eric H. is a graduate of Centaurus High School, completing studies there in 1999.