Christopher Chamberlain Email & Phone Number

Falls Church, VA, US

Falls Church, VA, US

MEV-1, MEV-2, and MRV-1 Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) Engineer

Falls Church, VA, US

MEV-1 and MEV-2 GNC Hardware, Test, and Operations

Lexington, MA, US

• Programmed a robust algorithm to simulate mount, sensor, and signal parameters for Conical, Rosette, and Lissajous scanning technique performance analysis.
• Implemented simulated Raster and Spiral broad area searching techniques for target acquisition. All techniques are customizable for various orbit types.
• Automated signal processing tasks that require multiple signal features to be identified and removed from real system calibration data. Algorithm was deployed for team use.

• Designed, manufactured, and assembled a 3D printed UHF/S-Band antenna mounting assembly with spatial, material, and budgetary constraints.
• Programmed dish control interface between C and MATLAB for computer to Raspberry Pi communications. SGP4 propagation software used for satellite tracking with custom GUI.
• Utilized mechanical and theoretical knowledge to aid in the design of the active feedback control loop used to operate and monitor a 14-foot diameter parabolic reflector.
• Conducted RF testing to verify the ground station’s ability to send and receive signals, while calibrating the pointing accuracy of the parabolic reflector to within 0.5 degrees.
• Managed a team of interdisciplinary students to reconfigure a retired NOAA radar station.

• Designed main structure, navigation logic, and concept of operations.
• Organized a team of four to design, build, and test, a self-navigating, self-leveling, robot.
• Developed team budget, project timelines, weekly tasks, test procedures, and parts orders.

• Conducted terrestrial and satellite UHF/VHF communications, as well as satellite tracking.
• Licensed amateur radio operator (technician), call sign KE0CFO.
• Maintained industry contacts, ground station operations, and satellite communications.

Signed on as a Shop Foreman at the age of 25. Considered a problem solver in a leading role. Controlled shop supplies and parts, as well as fixed major collisions while leading the team. Extensive use of frame machine, spot welder, and MIG welder. Skills include analyzing and diagnosing issues, time management, metalworking, panel replacement, frame repair.

Started as an apprentice, but was quickly given larger responsibilities. Know in the industry for my attention to detail and the precision in my work. Trusted with vehicles that were worth well over $100,000. Skills include parts management, precise frame measurement, interior and body repair, and electrical wiring.

Master Of Science - Ms, Astrodynamics And Satellite Navigation

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Aerospace Engineering Sciences

Engineering Sciences

Autobody Technology