Riley Schutt

Riley Schutt

Riley Schutt is a highly accomplished individual with a background in technology, particularly in the field of fluids modeling and design. He currently serves as the Head of Technology for the US Sailing Team, a position he has held since September 2021.1

Education

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
  • Bachelor of Science (BS), Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (2004-2008)1
• Cornell University
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics1
  • Master of Science (MS), Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics (2014)1

Experience

Prior to his current role, Riley Schutt held several positions related to his expertise in fluids modeling and design1:

• Innovation, Research & Development Performance Analyst at US Sailing Team (November 2017 - September 2021)
• Research Scientist at CLEAR SCIENCE CORP. (August 2016 - November 2017)
• Head of Hydrodynamic CFD at Artemis Racing (January 2013 - August 2013)
• CFD Engineer at Artemis Racing (August 2011 - January 2013)
• CFD Engineer at Cape Horn Engineering (November 2008 - August 2013)
• High Performance Computing Engineer at Institute for Soldier Nanotechnologies (May 2008 - August 2008)

Honors and Awards

Riley Schutt has received several prestigious honors and awards throughout his career1:

• Graduate Research Fellowship Program Honorable Mention from the National Science Foundation (April 2011)
• National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellow from the Department of Defense (April 2011)

Languages

• English (native or bilingual proficiency)
• Spanish (professional working proficiency)1