Erik Susemichel

Erik Susemichel is an experienced engineer with a diverse technical skillset and proven project management capability.

He has an extensive customer-facing background and is known for excelling in fast-paced, high-visibility environments within the Aerospace industry.

As a results-driven leader, Erik adopts a 'team first' approach to tackle complex projects, supporting the development of new technologies and driving company growth initiatives.

He has been with Space Exploration Technologies in Hawthorne, CA, working in the Commercial Mission Management group since May 2015.

Erik Susemichel studied Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering for his B.S. degree at Purdue University.

His professional experience includes roles such as Sr. Mission Manager, Mission Development and Sales Engineering Lead, Mission Manager, and Mission Integration Engineer at SpaceX.

Prior to that, he served as a Defense Service Engineer and Business Manager at Rolls-Royce Corporation, holding roles in Strategic Engineering Sourcing Services.

Erik also gained valuable experience as a Helicopters Quality and Process Excellence Intern, an AE 2100 Customer Support Intern in Defense, and an Engineering Intern at various organizations.