Tyler S. Sherman

Washington, DC
[email protected]
(914) 826-7625

Space nerd. Tech enthusiast. Problem solver. Cross-functional leader. Team catalyst.

I am a results-driven technical product leader with a unique blend of engineering expertise and strategic vision. At SpaceX, I honed my skills on mission-critical avionics. Now at Alarm.com, I drive innovation in consumer IoT, creating secure, market-leading smart home solutions that impact millions of users daily.

With a deep understanding of hardware design and manufacturing, and a forward-thinking approach to product strategy, I guide cross-functional teams through the entire product lifecycle. As a natural leader and collaborator, I thrive in interdisciplinary settings, emphasizing accountability and transparency to navigate complex projects from concept to launch.

My goal is always to uplift my team, solve challenging problems, and deliver exceptional products that make a difference. Technical Product Manager III – Video at Alarm.com.

Experience

Alarm.com

Technical Product Manager III – Video
  • Lead end-to-end development of outdoor cameras, including Alarm’s projected highest-volume SKU. Craft user stories, conduct competitive analysis, define roadmaps, and develop comprehensive technical specifications/PRDs.
  • Oversee the NPI process, managing schedules and transitions through production milestones (EVT, DVT, PVT, MP, FCS) and test phases (Alpha, Beta, LA, GA) with cross-functional teams, vendors, and ODMs/CMs.
  • Manage ongoing product quality by investigating hardware and software issues and implementing corrective actions.
  • Architected a credential provisioning scheme and Bluetooth framework, enhancing security and the user experience.
  • Researched AI-based audio analytics, video codecs, audio codecs, LoRa, and Matter to shape product strategy.
June 2023 - Present

SpaceX

Electrical Engineer II, Life Cycle Avionics (December 2021 - May 2023)
  • Responsible Engineer for fault-tolerant, mixed-signal avionics for Falcon and Dragon including cameras, FTS units, and RIOs with Ethernet, RS422, RTDs, 4-20mAs, valves, and pyros. Managed all phases of the product life cycle.
  • Led two Falcon Flight Computer redesigns that eliminated common defects, enhanced manufacturability, and improved testability. Achieved 5x increase in FPY, 4x increase in monthly output, and 75% reduction in lead time.
  • Drove 15+ change tickets and 5+ risk tickets to closure, significantly enhancing vehicle capabilities and reliability.
  • Investigated and resolved failures at the component, unit, vehicle, and process levels. Directed support teams, performed bench testing, assessed risks, briefed stakeholders, and implemented effective solutions.
  • Spearheaded Design for Excellence (DFX) initiative, improving manufacturability, reliability, testability, and procurement of flight avionics. Implemented and reviewed changes to electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and mechanical drawings. Improved efficiency and organization of design updates, doubling the YOY release rate.
  • Authored three avionics specifications for PCB/A releases, design unit documentation, and approval requirements.
  • Proficient in standards including SMC-S-016, RCC 324-11, AFSPCMAN 91-710, EEE-INST-002, and IPC-6012.
Electrical Engineer I, Life Cycle Avionics (June 2020 - December 2021)
  • Redesigned, qualified, and integrated a GPS LNA into the Falcon RTS, improving reusability and operating range.
  • Implemented an in-house design to replace COTS connectors, achieving over $2M in annual savings.
  • Addressed part shortages and obsolescence for Falcon and Dragon avionics, ensuring on-time builds with no delays.
  • Led testing and certification for Falcon RTS 10x and 20x reuse campaigns in coordination with the FAA and USSF.
  • Increased production rate by triaging nonconformities and collaborating with Planning, Manufacturing, and Test.
  • Developed a SQL-based product documentation template that improved the accuracy and accessibility of data.
June 2020 - May 2023

Cornell University Space Systems Design Studio

Researcher
  • Member of Dr. Mason Peck's research lab (former CTO of NASA)
  • Designed, built, tested, and launched two 3U+ CubeSats on Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne for the Pathfinder for Autonomous Navigation (PAN) mission
February 2018 - May 2020

Technical Skills

Product Management

  • Competitive Market Analysis
  • Product Strategy
  • User Stories
  • Product Requirements
  • UX Design
  • User Testing

Hardware Design

  • Schematic Capture
  • PCB Layout
  • Design For Manufacturing (DFM) / Design for Excellence (DFX)
  • Derating
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Environmental Testing
  • Qualification Testing
  • Circuit Testing (DMM, Function Generator, Oscilloscope, Power Supply)

Programming

  • Python
  • SQL
  • Bash
  • MATLAB
  • HTML
  • Git
  • API Development
  • Agile Methodologies

Tools

  • Wavefront
  • Figma
  • Altium
  • SiliconExpert
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Power BI
  • Teamcenter
  • Microsoft Office

Education

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY
Master of Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering

GPA: 4.080

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Programs: Computer Science Minor, Dyson Business Minor for Engineers, Engineering Leadership Certificate Program
Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Dean’s List (six of seven semesters), Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN), Tau Beta Pi

GPA: 3.881

Horace Greeley High School

Chappaqua, NY

Honors: Summa Cum Laude, National AP Scholar, National Merit Scholarship Finalist

GPA: 4.100

Relevant Courses

Computer Architecture • Computer Networks & Telecommunication • Embedded Operating Systems • Embedded Systems • Intelligent Physical Systems • Model Based Systems Engineering • Modern Cellular Communications: LTE to 5G • Multi-Agent Systems • Operating Systems • Radar Remote Sensing

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