Kyle Weissman
About Kyle Weissman
Kyle Weissman is a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Space Systems at Rocket Lab, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in mechanical engineering and astronautical engineering, with experience at notable organizations including SpaceX and McGill Rocket Team.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Kyle Weissman serves as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Space Systems at Rocket Lab. He has held this position since 2022 in Long Beach, California. In this role, he is involved in the design and development of mechanical systems for space applications. His responsibilities include leading engineering efforts on various projects, particularly focusing on satellite constellation programs.
Previous Experience at Rocket Lab
Before his current role, Kyle worked at Rocket Lab as a Mechanical Engineer in Space Systems from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he contributed to the development of a satellite constellation program and played a key role in the creation of an innovative satellite platform.
Education and Academic Background
Kyle Weissman is pursuing a Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, expected to complete in 2024. He previously earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Aeronautics from McGill University, graduating in 2018. Additionally, he studied Physics at Willamette University for one year.
Experience with McGill Rocket Team
Kyle Weissman was actively involved with the McGill Rocket Team from 2014 to 2018. He held several roles, including Payload Division Captain and Hybrid Engine Development Lead. He contributed to the team's success as the 2018 Spaceport America Cup Champions and participated in hybrid rocket engine hot fire tests.
Internship at Rockwell Collins
In 2017, Kyle completed a three-month internship as a System Design Engineering Intern at Rockwell Collins in the Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina area. This experience provided him with foundational skills in system design engineering within the aerospace industry.