Fraser Kitchell

Fraser Kitchell is a Co-founder and CEO at KEF Robotics, a cutting-edge software startup in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in UAV autonomy for defense and aerospace applications.

With a background in energy science, technology, and policy from Carnegie Mellon University, Fraser Kitchell has a strong educational foundation that complements his role in developing innovative technologies at KEF Robotics.

Fraser Kitchell, along with Kerry Snyder and Eric Amoroso, launched KEF Robotics in 2018, leveraging their expertise in robotics research and development to drive advancements in the field.

Prior to founding KEF Robotics, Fraser Kitchell held various positions including Director of Future Missions and Technology, Program Manager, and Manufacturing Engineer at Astrobotic, showcasing his extensive experience in the aerospace industry.

Fraser Kitchell's diverse professional background also includes roles as an Energy Analyst and Project Coordinator at McKinstry, as well as research positions at Amherst College and the University of Washington.

In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors at KEF Robotics, Fraser Kitchell remains actively engaged in the academic sphere, having pursued studies in biology at Amherst College and mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University.