Justin Lopas

Justin Lopas is the COO & Co-Founder of Base Power Company, a startup focused on reinforcing the US electric grid.2 He has an extensive background in engineering and manufacturing, particularly in the aerospace and defense industries.

Professional Experience

Base Power Company: Lopas co-founded Base Power Company with the mission of addressing the challenges faced by American infrastructure, specifically the electric grid.2 The company is working on building the world's largest battery farm to provide reliable, affordable, and abundant energy.3

Previous Roles: Before founding Base Power Company, Lopas held several significant positions:

• Head of Manufacturing at Anduril Industries: He led a team of over 150 members, focusing on designing and building next-generation defense systems.1

• Lead Engineer - Starship Manufacturing at SpaceX: Lopas managed a 70+ person cross-functional team responsible for the fabrication, integration, and engineering of Starship-family vehicles.1

• Intern positions: He has interned at prominent companies such as Apple (Special Projects Group) and Baker Hughes (Completions & Wellbore Intervention).1

Education

Lopas holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan.1 During his time there, he served as the Captain of Michigan Baja Racing, where he demonstrated leadership skills in budgeting, fundraising, and team management.1

Skills and Expertise

Justin Lopas has shown expertise in:

• Manufacturing engineering
• Operations and supply chain management
• Process and tooling design
• Team building and leadership
• Project management

His diverse experience across different industries and his current focus on addressing energy infrastructure challenges highlight his versatility and commitment to innovation in the power sector.