John Strope

I'm a dynamic Systems Engineer focusing on product development and entertainment-related projects. Spanning multiple industries, I’m most skilled in project management, designing and implementing control systems, and developing products from R&D through DFM/DFA.

This work has brought me around the world, working in eleven countries across amusement parks, industrial centers, TV programs, and much more. I've picked up helpful technical skills along the way, becoming proficient in multiple CAD suites, computational analysis, Python/C++, PLC systems, and more. This experience helps inform my passion for teaching - regularly leading volunteer workshops and encouraging students’ passion for design through the magic of entertainment + technology.

An alumni of the University of Nebraska, I’m at my best when working in diverse environments, bringing new concepts to life, from award-winning attractions to freelance animatronic work. When not onsite, I'm most often at a baseball game, concert hall, or home workshop.

September 2023