Calder Hughes, PE

Calder Hughes, PE, is a seasoned designer and mechanical engineer with expertise in aerospace engineering, specializing in product development strategy, composite design, small vehicle technologies, aircraft structures, and air vehicle analysis. With a passion for collaborating within teams, Calder excels in creating groundbreaking products that cater to challenging needs, aiming to make a positive impact on society.

Calder holds a Master's Degree in Design Methodology from Stanford University, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Engineering, a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Engineering, and a BA in Math & Physics from Whitman College. This diverse educational background equips him with a comprehensive skill set to tackle complex engineering projects.

Throughout his professional journey, Calder has held significant roles including President and Co-Founder, VP Engineering and Co-Founder at FlightHouse Engineering, Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at ZipLine (formerly Romotive), Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Zee.Aero, and Mechanical Engineer at Insitu, Inc. His tenure in these organizations has honed his expertise and provided him with hands-on experience in cutting-edge engineering practices.