Andrew Barada

Andrew (Drew) Barada is a highly experienced engineering professional with a robust background in atmospheric systems, mechanical engineering, and optical metrology, currently serving as Senior Director of Atmospheric Systems Engineering at Brooks Automation since June 2022. Previous roles include Senior Engineering Program Manager at EaglePicher Technologies, where responsibility encompassed a Megawatt level High Energy Lithium-Ion powered Directed Energy Storage Systems portfolio, and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, managing a team of over 40 engineers with significant budget oversight. Andrew's extensive career includes leadership positions at Nanometrics Inc, Nikon Precision, and SONY, demonstrating a strong track record in engineering development, strategic planning, and project management across various sectors, particularly in aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University.