👋 Hello there, I’m Spencer!

I recently completed my PhD in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Washington, where I worked with Prof. Mehran Mesbahi in the RAIN Lab.

I work at the intersection of optimization, control, and machine learning, with a focus on geometric methods for reliable autonomous systems.

Research Focus

My dissertation studies how Riemannian optimization can improve both open-loop trajectory optimization and closed-loop controller synthesis.

In short, I build optimization methods that are mathematically rigorous, computationally efficient, and practical for real engineering systems.

Current Interests

• Geometric methods for learning and control
• Reliable optimization for safety-critical autonomy
• Bridging control-theoretic guarantees with modern ML practice

For updates on talks, papers, awards, and milestones, see the Posts page.

Let’s Connect

If you’re interested in collaborating on optimization, control, or autonomous systems, please connect with me on LinkedIn.