Mitchell Kirshner

Mitchell Kirshner is a Researcher at the University of Arizona's Department of Systems & Industrial Engineering, specializing in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). He holds a Ph.D. from the same institution (2023) and previously worked at General Dynamics Electric Boat and attended Northwestern University for his BS and MS. His research focuses on applying MBSE to optimize space systems, particularly in telescope constellations and cybersecurity, under the guidance of Dr. Eric Pearce. He also explores interdisciplinary areas like human-computer interaction for space situational awareness and biomimetic design.

Education:

• Ph.D., Systems & Industrial Engineering, University of Arizona, 2023
• MS and BS, Northwestern University

Research Interests: Mitchell’s work bridges systems engineering with aerospace applications, emphasizing semantic interoperability, cybersecurity for space systems, and requirements-based trade studies. He has pioneered methods to integrate digital engineering tools for crewed Mars missions and developed the EnDEVR VR environment for collaborative data analysis. His research also addresses challenges in optical sensor constellations and near-IR spectral analysis of space objects.

Articles Trends: His publications span MBSE applications in autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space systems optimization. Notable themes include space domain awareness through sensor networks, model-based security frameworks, and interdisciplinary methods for complex systems like telescope constellations and Mars mission planning.

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Mitchell’s research is supported by grants under Dr. Pearce’s supervision. His work contributes to projects like EnDEVR (VR data engineering) and space situational awareness systems.

Labs & Teams: Mitchell collaborates on the EnDEVR project and contributes to space systems engineering teams focused on constellation architectures and cybersecurity resilience.