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Young Professional Profile June 2018
Name: Matthew Cannella (Young Professionals Committee Chair)
Hometown: Aberdeen, New Jersey
Currently lives: Denver, Colorado
Education:
- B.S. Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, State University of New York at Buffalo
- M.S. Aerospace Engineering Sciences, University of Colorado at Boulder
- M.E. Engineering Management, University of Colorado at Boulder
Employer: Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corporation
Job Description: Systems Engineer – Responsible mission development initiatives and launch integration of next-generation spacecraft.
As a kid, what did you want to be when you “grew up”?
I didn't exactly know what I wanted to be, but I knew I wanted to work in the field of space exploration
How far can YOU see? Where do you see the aerospace industry 10–20 years from now?
I see the beginnings of a more permanent foothold for humanity in space; an increasing access to space opening up human activities and scientific exploration, multiple and more-permanent in-space laboratories, increased manufacturing, etc.
One insightful fact you want everyone to know:
The power of a Network: Having your ear to the ground in this industry is a huge help to knowing what’s going on, finding a new job, etc. Don't be shy! Go talk to people.
Professional Interests:
Cubesat and Small satellite enabling technologies, Propulsion, RCS Thrusters, International Collaboration, Current Chair of the AIAA Young Professionals Committee
Hobbies:
Hiking/Backpacking, Brewing Beer, Skiing, and Traveling.
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