Hi, I'm David Chew - Founder at Orbitorus
I'm driven by the urgent need for proactive satellite collision avoidance, blending deep space engineering with startup innovation. I thrive on building cutting-edge solutions in dynamic, high-stakes environments to ensure the sustainable growth of our orbital future.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led satellite collision avoidance technology development at Axelspace.
Currently pioneering distributed networks and edge computing for LEO safety at Orbitorus.
Can help satellite operators scale constellations safely by reducing collision loss.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Engineering
Began career with hands-on engineering roles in vehicle design and electrical technologies, building a strong technical base.
✦ Design Engineer
✦ Intern Engineer
Satellite Engineering Expertise
Gained significant experience in satellite engineering at Axelspace, tackling complex challenges within the space sector.
✦ Satellite Engineer
✦ Earth Observation
✦ Orbital Mechanics
Venture Creation & Risk Solutions
Transitioned to leadership roles, focusing on satellite solutions and founding a startup to address space collision risks.
✦ Founder
✦ Director, Satellite Solutions
✦ Start-ups
💪🏻 Superpowers
Pioneering Space Safety
Architecting the future of satellite collision avoidance.
✦ Developing distributed network and edge computing for real-time risk mitigation.
✦ Enabling scalable satellite constellations through proactive safety measures.
✦ Reducing collision loss for satellite operators.
Bridging Engineering and Entrepreneurship
Translating deep technical expertise into a venture.
✦ Founder of Orbitorus, a startup focused on critical space infrastructure.
✦ Extensive experience as a Satellite Engineer at Axelspace Corporation.
✦ Applied engineering skills in vehicle and system design.
Strategic Systems Vision
Applying systems thinking to complex orbital challenges.
✦ Expertise in orbital mechanics and computer simulations.
✦ Proficient in MBSE, system architecture, and GIS.
✦ Experienced with agile methodologies for rapid development.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with fellow innovators in the space tech ecosystem.
✦ Exploring strategic partnerships to accelerate collision avoidance solutions.
✦ Discovering opportunities to collaborate on next-generation satellite infrastructure.
I can help with
✦ Providing expertise on satellite collision avoidance strategies.
✦ Sharing insights on building and scaling space tech ventures.
✦ Offering guidance on implementing distributed systems for space applications.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying potential strategic investors for Orbitorus.
✦ Finding collaborators with expertise in edge computing for space.
✦ Connecting with satellite operators facing collision risk challenges.