Cooper Swann is an expert Aerospace Engineer with a distinguished academic and research background in the structural mechanics of advanced aerospace platforms. He earned his PhD in Aerospace Engineering under the prestigious Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and RMIT University Centre for Advanced Defence Systems and Materials Engineering (CADSME) program. Combining rigorous experimental methodologies with high-fidelity computational simulations, Cooper has spent his career advancing the safety, durability, and structural integrity of critical defence and commercial aerospace infrastructure.
Cooper specialises in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), computer-aided design (CAD), and the behaviour of advanced composite materials under complex loading conditions. His technical expertise centres on the physical experimentation, instrumentation, and numerical simulation of large-scale test structures. By bridging the gap between empirical test data and predictive virtual modelling, he ensures that complex materials and aerospace assemblies meet stringent structural performance and airworthiness standards.
Across his career, Cooper has demonstrated advanced technical problem-solving capabilities, contributing directly to high-priority aerospace research and defence evaluation programs. His notable career milestones include leading critical experimentation on large-scale composite structures for DSTG, as well as conducting vital structural testing and degradation analysis on corroded flight deck tie-down fittings for naval aviation environments. His deep background working alongside defence science authorities equips him with a refined understanding of structural testing protocols and material lifecycle optimisation.
Cooper brings to MEMKO a powerful capability in advanced structural analysis, high-fidelity simulation engineering, and empirical material validation. Currently embedded as a contracted Aerospace Engineer with Boeing, he is passionate about helping leading aviation organisations navigate the complexities of structural design, embrace advanced composite technologies, and achieve long-term fleet reliability through robust systems innovation.
