Dr. Olivier De Weck

Professor

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Biography

Olivier de Weck is the Apollo Program Professor of Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he serves as the Associate Department Head of AeroAstro. His research focuses on Systems Engineering, particularly complex technological systems designed to evolve over time. He has been a Fellow of both INCOSE and AIAA, serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets. De Weck has authored a textbook titled 'Technology Roadmapping and Development', which was recognized with a promising textbook award in 2024. His extensive professional experience includes holding leadership roles in various institutions and participating in significant projects such as the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE). In addition, he has been actively involved in teaching Satellite Engineering, Technology Roadmapping Development, Multidisciplinary Design Optimization, and Space Mission Design at MIT.

Research Interests

Experience

Apollo Program Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Serves as a professor focusing on systems engineering and astronautics.

Associate Department Head

— Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Oversees the academic programs in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

Editor-in-Chief

— Present

Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets •

Leads editorial efforts for the journal.

Awards

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Fellow

2021-01-01
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Path Flight Award

2020-01-01
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Paper of the Year

2020-01-01
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Distinguished Service Award

2018-01-01
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Teaching with Digital Technology Award

2017-01-01
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Paper Award

2016-01-01
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Paper

2014-01-01
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Teaching Award

2012-01-01
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Honorable Mention

2011-01-01
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Capers Marion McDonald Award

2010-01-01