Derek seated in a spacecraft exhibit

Derek Phillips

Helllloooooooo

I’m a mechanical engineer and scuba diving instructor.

A rocket launching through a plume of smoke

Engineering

I spent over five years building rocket engines at SpaceX. I love developing precision hardware to tackle challenging problems. I have a proven track record of questioning requirements, removing complexity, and establishing reliable production systems for parts within strict timelines.

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Underwater photograph by Pascal van de Vendel
Photo by Pascal van de Vendel

Scuba Diving

I am passionate about teaching scuba diving. I can instruct individuals with no prior experience, or enhance your skills to help you become a more proficient diver. This will enable you to access deeper, darker, and more advanced dive sites.

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