Andrew James Cook provides a curriculum vitae that outlines his education and qualifications which include a PhD in Astronautical Engineering from the University of Southampton. His work experience includes positions as a post doctorate engineer for the European Space Agency and as a structural test engineer at the University of Southampton. He has publications in conferences and journals related to experimental research on inflatable structures. Cook also lists involvement in various extracurricular activities during his time at university such as being a member of badminton, hockey, concert and brass bands and founding a jazz band.