Summary
Matt Roman is a design engineer in San Diego with 16 years of engineering experience and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering focused on robotics and controls. He combines six years of hands-on manufacturing and machining (manual and CNC) with embedded systems design using ARM processors, bringing both shop-floor skills and firmware savvy to aerospace and robotics projects. At Malin Space Science Systems he works on special projects, and previously taught robotics labs and mentored students while researching robotic exploration of the Moon and Mars. He also designs and teaches workshops for K-12 through mentor communities, translating complex systems into accessible learning experiences. Known for bridging academic research, instruction, and practical machining, he excels at turning conceptual robotic systems into manufacturable, testable hardware.
16 years of coding experience
PhD, Mechanical Engineering, PhD, Mechanical Engineering at University of Oklahoma