Michael Szymczak is a Senior R&D Engineer. He is primarily responsible for concept generation, design, and prototyping for i2R programs and supporting the quality department.

At the Jacobs Institute, he has designed and prototyped surgical instruments, interventional devices, hemostasis valves, filters, and test fixtures, and has an extensive background in CAD modeling and dimensioning.

Prior to his role at the JI, Michael worked at Moog as a Product Engineer for satellite propulsion subsystems, supporting the building of xenon regulators and service valves for satellites. He has also worked as an engineer at medical start-up NeuroproteXeon investigating xenon gas as a neuroprotectant, as an engineer at AVOX Systems designing oxygen masks and systems for various aircraft, and as a civilian engineer for the US Navy at NSWC Indian Head producing energetic components for ejection seats.

Michael currently lives in Batavia with his wife Andrea and their pet bird Hedwig. He enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, playing video games, and watching sports.