Justin Hyatt

Justin Hyatt is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Arizona's Steward Observatory, specializing in advanced radio telescope instrumentation and optical metrology development for astronomical applications.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Optical Sciences (minor in Astronomy) from the University of Arizona, 2019
• Double bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and English from Brigham Young University

Hyatt's research focuses on engineering solutions for radio telescope reflectors, including rapid formation of freeform panels and specialized surface treatments that maintain submillimeter reflection while scattering optical/infrared bands. His group develops high-precision metrology tools like fringe projection photogrammetry systems capable of million-point/m² measurements without physical probes, alongside advanced panel alignment technologies.

He leads instrumentation research directly supporting observational astronomy in galaxy cluster structure, pulsar studies, and interstellar medium mapping through engineering innovation.