Meet Justin
Aerospace Engineering Master’s student investigating silicone-silicate conversion mechanism and fluence threshold in atomic oxygen LEO environment. Husband, father, blogger, podcaster.
I love what I do, and I do my best to carry a spirit of excellence in every aspect of my life.
Examples of Work
Astrodynamics
I love astrodynamics! Here are some of my Cal Poly projects involving orbital mechanics. My current thesis is focused on the silicone to silicate conversion threshold for outgassed deposits on spacecraft surfaces in LEO. CLICK HERE to see some examples.
Space Environments and Thermal Control
My current thesis is focused on the silicone to silicate conversion threshold for outgassed deposits on spacecraft surfaces in LEO. Learn more here. CLICK HERE to see what I am currently working on.
Hypersonic Reentry
During my undergraduate career, I co-authored a paper and presented my research all over the country. The research presents a novel hypersonic reentry high-altitude infrared observation platform. CLICK HERE to see what I’ve contributed to this field.
Recommendations
SONALI VERMA; Data Curator & Research Scientist
GeneLab, NASA Ames Research Center
“…During the time that I have worked with Justin, he proved to be an incredibly dedicated and invaluable team player and leader without whom many of the progress of his team would not have been possible…”
TRIAN GEORGEOU; Lecturer, Cal Poly Industrial Manufacturing Engineering Department
“…Justin not only demonstrates the skill necessary to succeed as an engineer, but he is tenacious at his approach to learning about how to tackle engineering problems…”
WILL NEWEY; Aerodynamics Engineering Consultant & Lecturer, NEWRAD Inc. and Cal Poly
“…Justin Self is a student of the highest quality and exemplifies the traits of a life-long learner bound to change the world in a positive way. His passion for learning, commitment to diligent work, and technical curiosity make him a pleasure to instruct…”
Do I seem like a good fit?
I’m currently finishing up my master’s thesis and coursework at Cal Poly with and expect to graduate in June 2025. I’m looking to relocate and hit the ground running with you late June or early July 2025.