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Porter Harris
Executive and Technical Leader | Systems Engineering & Product Development for Space & Automotive (Battery/Power)
Porter Harris is an experienced entrepreneur and technical leader with a diverse background in energy systems, engineering, and technology. He is currently the Managing Partner at ZZYZX, a position he has held since January 2021.12 ZZYZX is a firm that invests globally and operates a research lab focused on physical and life sciences, headquartered in Pasadena, California.2
Career Highlights
Entrepreneurial Ventures::
- Founder & Managing Partner of ZZYZX (2021-present)12
- Co-Founder & Co-Director of HBF Foundation (2021-present)1
- Founder and CEO/CTO of Power Global (2019-2024)2
- Co-Founder & CTO of Romeo Power Technology (2016-2019)2
Corporate Experience::
- Senior Manager, Battery Hardware Engineering at FF, Inc. (2014-2016)2
- Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) Engineer at SpaceX (2014)2
- Responsible Engineer - Dragon Battery at SpaceX (2010-2013)2
- Electronics Engineer/Test Engineer at AeroVironment (2009-2010)2
Expertise
Porter Harris has over 18 years of experience in lithium-ion battery research and development for various industries, including space, aerospace, transportation, and consumer products.2 His technical specializations include:
- High-performance lithium-ion battery engineering
- Battery management systems
- High energy and high voltage systems
- Launch vehicle and spacecraft power systems
- Electric and hybrid powertrains
- Environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS)
- Advanced manufacturing and multidisciplinary engineering
Education
Porter Harris studied at several institutions, including Santa Barbara City College, Saddleback College, Whittier College, and DeVry University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology.1
Personal Interests
Harris is passionate about physics, technology, philosophy, philanthropy, jiujitsu, art/design/architecture, cars, music, health, regenerative agriculture, and investing.2 He believes in continuous learning, optimizing for efficiency, and maintaining curiosity throughout his career.
