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Alex Raymond

Astronomer &

Systems Engineer

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Email Business@raymond.fun
Address Westminster, CO

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ABOUT

I’ve spent the last five years immersed in space systems engineering, leading missions, solving tough technical challenges, and collaborating across NASA, DoD, and commercial programs. What drives me most is the thrill of building something that reaches beyond Earth, something that expands our scientific understanding and pushes the limits of what’s possible.

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At Orion Space Solutions, I’ve had the privilege of leading System Engineering efforts on missions like SPECTRE EO/IR, a smallsat competition to GOES for the warfighter, and CASIDI, a fast-moving ground-based object detector. I’ve also supported NASA’s ACMES mission, which will demonstrate extreme heat dissipation on a small satellite. These projects challenged me to think creatively and engineer solutions under tight constraints. These aren’t just jobs to me; they’re opportunities to contribute to meaningful science and shape the future of space exploration.

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Whether it’s decomposing requirements, managing technical budgets, or guiding AI&T through launch readiness, I bring a hands-on, mission-first mindset. I’ve led V&V efforts, trained Space Force operators, and budgeted resources. I appreciate the complexity of these systems, and I thrive when I’m deeply immersed in the details, ensuring every subsystem works in harmony.

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Looking ahead, I’m eager to keep building satellites that matter. I am particularly interested in pushing SWaP constraints, testing new technologies, and answering big questions. I want to be part of a team that values curiosity, rigor, and collaboration.

resumé

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

  • Technical Tools & Languages: Python, Bash, Linux, MacOS, Windows, WSL, Vectorworks (Certified), DOORS, Cameo, Cameo Collaborator, MBSE

  • Engineering & Operations: 5 years of Systems Engineering Experience, including: Space Systems Operations, Mission Engineering, Systems Integration, Risk Management, Satellite Command & Control, Ground Systems Support, TPM Development, Requirements & Action Items Management, V&V Management, and Execution

  • Specialized Expertise: Multispectral Earth Observation, EO/IR Payloads, UV Imaging Systems, Ionospheric Sensing, Government-trained Research Fellow

  • Soft Skills: Cross-functional Leadership, Technical Training, Process Optimization, Client & Stakeholder Management, Eagle Scout

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Awards

  • Distinguished Service Key, Chapter appreciation award,

    • Alpha Phi Omega

  • Eagle Scout,

    • Boy Scouts of America

  • Distinguished Volunteer, School Award,

    • American Legion​​

  • Key Club Member

  • National Honor Society

WORK EXPERIENCE

February 2024 - Present

Systems Engineer I

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Orion Space Solutions an Arcfield Company

  • Led multiple programs from DoD and NASA from proposal through launch and all milestone reviews.

  • Mission System Engineer for SPECTRE EO/IR as a follow-on to the DoD/Space Force RROCI program, with responsibilities of creating technical budgets, requirement decomposition, requirement verification, and return on investment strategies.

  • Lead System Engineer for CASIDI, a daytime fast-moving object detector, leading design, requirement V&V, and AI&T.

  • System Engineer for ACMES, a NASA ESTO mission demonstrating extreme active heat dissipation on a smallsat, leading requirements V&V, AI&T, and system budgets.

  • System Engineer on Tetra 5 & 6, leading procurement and deliverables from subcontractors via action item tracking (milestone-based), artifact tracing and tracking, as well as MBSE.

  • System Engineer on DARPAs OUIJI contract for vLeo drag characterization and modeling, leading AI&T, V&V, and compliance.

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Satellite Technician/Operator

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Orion Space Solutions an Arcfield Company

  • Coordinated daily operations of RROCI-2, including spacecraft commanding, telemetry analysis, and data structuring to optimize mission performance. Led anomaly resolution, including first on-orbit ADCS algorithm uplink and verification.

  • Developed, led, and delivered training for MARRVN IDIQ, improving onboarding efficiency for new Space Force operations.

  • Supported IARPA SINTRA as a Research Technician, contributing to advanced intelligence-gathering initiatives of small near-Earth objects by analyzing outside source CONOPS.

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September 2023 - Present

Restaurant Manager

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Treasure Pot Chinese Restaurant

  • Managed daily workflow and customer experience.

  • Managed daily income and expenses, including reporting and paying employees

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October 2023 - Present

Audio Visual Specialist, Community Use

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Boulder Valley School District

  • Managed communication between clients and technical specialists.

  • Determined what clients needed in order to have a successful event.

  • Operated and troubleshoot specialized equipment in 15+ unique auditoriums

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July 2022 - September 2023

Systems Engineer Technical Supervisor

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Omni Hotels (Encore Global, and Pinnacle Live)

  • Led technical teams of up to 35 technical specialists in multiple disciplines to deliver high-profile events and conferences for clients.

  • Managed systems coordination, hardware-software interfacing, and real-time operational support with customers in the room.

  • Optimized technical workflows by creating standardized configurations and setups to increase efficiency by 35%, including resource alignment and tasking.

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February 2020 - July 2022

Systems Management

Fiske Planetarium, University of Colorado Boulder

  • Integrated systems to seamlessly interact with patrons to immerse their experience within the theater.

  • Developed tools for back-end server maintenance to be done remotely and efficiently.

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February 2019 - November 2019

Driver/Operator

Night Ride, University of Colorado Boulder

  • Followed relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation and ensured that passengers followed safety regulations.

  • Operated vehicles with specialized equipment, such as wheelchair lifts to transport and secure passengers with special needs.

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January 2016 - September 2018

Research Fellow

Rocky Mountain Laboratories, National Institutes of Health

  • Developed new methods to study the mechanisms of biological processes with Yersinia Pestis.  

  • Shared research findings by writing articles. 

  • Designed and built laboratory equipment needed for special research projects.

EDUCATION

2018-2022

University of Colorado Boulder

Bachelor's Degree in Astronomy

Minor in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Boulder, CO

Extracurriculars

  • President of Alpha Phi Omega, a co-ed service fraternity.

  • Volunteer for Boy Scouts of America, serving 3000+ hours over 15+ years.

  • National Board co-chair of Alpha Phi Omega, determining the future leaders of the fraternity.

  • Competitive Club tennis member for 4 years.

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CONTACT

Phone 406-493-9028

Email Business@raymond.fun

Address Westminster, CO

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