Ashley G. Nagel

Software Engineer · Aerospace & Wireless Systems · AI Safety

I'm an electrical engineer and software developer who has spent a decade building and testing systems where correctness really matters — from GPS software flying on the NASA Orion spacecraft and the Boeing 737 MAX, to location and wireless features shipped on hundreds of millions of Apple devices. These days I'm channeling that same rigor into AI safety.

[email protected] (765) 722-1235 Washington, D.C. LinkedIn Download Resume

Work Experience

Senior Software Automation Engineer

Mar 2020 – Nov 2022

Apple, Inc. · Austin, TX

Developed a data acquisition and testing framework to ensure radio chip compliance with communication standards such as 3G, 4G, 5G, WiFi, UWB, and Bluetooth. Developed automation solutions for hardware engineers to use across remote, distributed computer labs operated by Apple teams around the globe. Aided in development operations (“DevOps”) and contributed to efforts to store and standardize all radio measurement test data across Apple.

Senior Software Test Engineer

Feb 2018 – Feb 2020

Apple, Inc. · Cupertino, CA

Led the software quality assurance of location-based features including Proximity Pairing, Auto-Unlock, and FindMy. Coordinated cross-functional efforts across all software test and hardware test teams supporting the initial release of the Apple AirTag. Analyzed performance data to ensure product location precision and accuracy. Automated test results report generation. Developed new feature test plans and release criteria. Procured custom robotics solutions for in-house automated user testing. Oversaw user studies and field testing, which entailed training, mentoring, and managing technicians & contractors.

Software Engineer

Jul 2015 – Jan 2018

Honeywell Aerospace · Olathe, KS

Developed and tested software for GPS sensors supporting the NASA Orion spacecraft and commercial aviation products such as the Boeing 737 MAX. Led the design of the GPS data recording and loading functions while collaborating in a globally distributed team and aiding in project management. Reviewed code and requirements spanning from position calculations to satellite database management for compliance with customer and FAA requirements. Formally verified solutions using simulation-based testing and data post-processing.

Payload Systems Intern

Summer 2014

The Boeing Company · El Segundo, CA

Assisted in the initial design and budgeting of communication satellite payloads from customer proposals, complying with customer requests and government regulations.

Digital Subsystems Intern

Summer 2013

The Boeing Company · El Segundo, CA

Developed satellite communication processor’s input and output test software. Defined and reviewed requirements and documented procedures.

Avionics Intern

Summer 2012

Blue Origin · Kent, WA

Developed software for a space vehicle’s backup tracking system. Successfully tested the system using radio-equipped weather balloons.

Skills

AI safety Software development & testing Project tracking & management Documentation & presentation Wireless communication standards GPS & other location technologies Aviation & space

Education

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering

2015

Columbia University, NYC

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering cum laude

2013

Columbia University, NYC

Minors in Applied Mathematics and Dance