Hi there 👋
I'm Sean Kelly, currently an officer in the US Space Force who loves learning, building things, and solving problems.
I'm currently assigned to the Pentagon, Washington D.C. leading change in the commercial space sector and strengthening our space industrial base. Previously, I was assigned to Seoul, South Korea as an Olmsted Scholar and kept a blog during that time (most posts are now archived here).
- See what I'm up to now.
- See what I'm currently using and recommending.
- See my book list with notes.
Professional Experience
- 🚀 Satellite & Launch Vehicle processing and integration
- 🛰️ Model-Based Systems Engineering (focused on CubeSat architecture design)
- 🛩️ Operational Test Engineer (VC-25B, T-7A, KC-46A, etc.)
Education
- 💻 BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, 2012
- 🚀 MS in Space Systems Engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology, 2021
- 🧑🏼🚀 USAF Test Pilot School, Space Test, 2022
- 🇰🇷 Studied Political Science & Diplomacy (focused on international security) at Sogang University in Seoul, South Korea, 2023-2025
Hobbies
- 🏕 any and all outdoor adventures
- 🚵🏼♂️ cycling (commuting, fun, and fitness)
- 🍜 cooking
- 🔭 astrophotography
- 🖨 3D printing
- 👨🏼🎤 all things cyberpunk
- 🛜 old school internet (it's still alive!)
- 🖌️ urban sketching
- ⌚️ watches,👖 Japanese denim, 🥾 boots
Most recent posts
Contact
or, directly email me at seanrkelly35 [at] gmail [dot] com