Matthew Carroll
About Matthew Carroll
Matthew Carroll is a GNC Engineer at Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in embedded software engineering and simulation, with previous roles at Ivent Solutions and FreightFish, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with Honours from the University of Canterbury.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Matthew Carroll currently serves as a GNC Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2022. He works in Auckland, New Zealand, where he contributes to the development of guidance, navigation, and control systems. His role focuses on enhancing the precision of aerospace missions, leveraging his expertise in simulation and controls engineering.
Previous Experience at Ivent Solutions
Prior to his role at Rocket Lab, Matthew worked as an Embedded Software Engineer at Ivent Solutions from 2021 to 2022 for a duration of nine months. During this time, he developed skills in embedded systems engineering, which have been beneficial in his current position.
Background in Simulation and Controls Engineering
Matthew has a solid foundation in simulation and controls engineering, which he developed during his tenure at FreightFish. He worked there as a Simulation and Controls Engineer from 2019 to 2020 for three months and later as a GNC Engineer from 2020 to 2021 for two months. His experiences at FreightFish contributed to his overall expertise in the field.
Educational Qualifications
Matthew studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Canterbury, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours from 2017 to 2020. His education provided him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his career in aerospace engineering.
Leadership Experience in Aerospace Projects
While studying at the University of Canterbury, Matthew served as the Software Team Lead for the University of Canterbury Aerospace from 2018 to 2020 for two years. In this role, he led a software team focused on various aerospace engineering projects, further enhancing his leadership and technical skills.