Leadership
Lead diverse teams, practicing project management and team coordination, leveraging Agile methodologies and tools like Docker, Jira, and Git/GitHub.
Hi, I'm Bryce Verberne
CS Undergrad at ASU & Incoming Northrop Grumman Intern.
Ever since I was a kid, I've been enamored by space and the human ingenuity that has brought us closer to the stars. In
2018, I vividly remember watching SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Test Flight live, where the two side boosters performed a synchronous
landing in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This left me speechless. With the dream of one day contributing to this exciting and
innovative industry, I'm now 22 and pursuing a Computer Science major with a concentration in Software Engineering at ASU.
Additionally, I am an incoming Software Engineering Intern at Northrop Grumman, where I will be working in Missile Defense and Space Systems.
As Billy Joel says, "You can get what you want or you can just get old." My future is what I make it, and that is why I am
constantly involved in extracurriculars to obtain my goals. I am currently a member of the Sun Devil Satellite Lab at ASU,
where I am the Deputy Software Lead on the ASCEND project and a Software Engineer for the Coconut CubeSat project. In addition,
I was a Deputy Project Manager for NASA L'SPACE's Mission Concept Academy and have worked on other exciting personal projects, like
SatComm Optimizer.
Feel free to explore my portfolio and learn more about my various projects. Reach out if you have any questions or opportunities.
I'm excited to connect!
Expertise
Through my various experiences, I developed a diverse set of skills and have outlined the highlights of my expertise below.
Programming
Experience solving diverse software challenges using high and low-level programming languages including C/C++, Python, Java, and Assembly.
Embedded Systems
Specialized in programming ARM Cortex microcontrollers in C, managing peripherals like UARTs, I2C, SPI serial communication, and GPIO.
Telecommunications
Experience with ground-to-flight software communications utilizing CCSDS protocols and satellite communication network algorithms.
Projects
Below, I have provided a detailed overview of my most significant projects, showcasing the skills and experiences I have gained through my diverse opportunities.
ASCEND
August 2024 - Present
As the Deputy Software Lead at ASU's Sun Devil Satellite Laboratory, I play a key role in ASCEND—a high-altitude ballooon launch initiative funded by NASA. Our team, the StratoDevils, collaborates with universities across the nation to design, build, and launch payloads that collect and analyze scientific data as they ascend to over 100,000 feet using weather balloons.
NASA L'SPACE MCA
Jan 2024 - April 2024
At the NASA L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy (MCA), I led a 12-member team as Deputy Project Manager and designed the command and data handling subsystem as the computer hardware engineer for the Mars rover mission concept, Endurance. This mission concept was one of the highest scoring for the term - a rare and notable achievement.
Coconut CubeSat
April 2024 - Present
As a Software Engineer for the Sun Devil Satellite Laboratory at ASU, I work on the Coconut CubeSat partnered with NASA. This is a 1U satellite built to relay information from remote sensing devices back to the ASU ground station. This project was selected by NASA's CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI) and will be launched into orbit in October 2025.
SatComm Optimizer
May 2024 - Present
SatComm Optimizer is a personal project, designed to enhance satellite communication networks by developing advanced simulation models. Taking into account factors such as bandwidth and signal latency, it utilizes sophisticated algorithms and data visualization to analyze and optimize network performance.
Media
Below, you will find a collection of photos from my various experiences. They highlight the exciting projects I have been a part of, capturing my journey and the collaborative efforts of my teams.
Pre-launch Team Photo
A group photo of the StratoDevils launch team, including myself, before the payload launch.
Satellite Visualizations
Simulation showcasing 81 Iridium-NEXT satellites with their orbits, footprints, and ground stations.
Earth's Curvature
A photo captured by the payload, showcasing Earth's curvature from an altitude exceeding 100,000 feet.
CubeSat Ground Station
Image of command and telemetry handling via the main OpenC3 COSMOS GUI.
Rover Landing Site Analysis
An analysis of Mars crater PSP_010861_2265, conducted as part of the rover concept of operations.
Payload Weather Balloon
A photo of the ASCEND weather balloon carrying the ASU StratoDevil payload alongside other team payloads.
Contact me
I'm excited to connect! Whether you have a question, an opportunity, or just want to say hello, please don't hesitate to reach out.