Abby Birbach
About Abby Birbach
Abby Birbach serves as the Operations Program Manager at Carbon, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in engineering and project management, she has held various roles in both defense contracting and additive manufacturing.
Work at Carbon
Abby Birbach has been serving as the Operations Program Manager at Carbon since 2020. In this role, she leads the operations team and coordinates cross-functional efforts to launch new printers and accessories, particularly during challenging times such as the global pandemic. Prior to her current position, she held several roles at Carbon, including Technical Support Generalist, Marketing Operations and Planning Manager, and Technical Documentation and Project Management. Her experience at Carbon spans multiple years and showcases her versatility in various operational capacities.
Previous Experience in Defense Contracting
Before joining Carbon, Abby Birbach worked at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Keyport as a Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager from 2006 to 2008. She then transitioned to the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), where she served as a General Engineer and Contracting Officer Technical Representative from 2008 to 2014. Her roles in these organizations focused on engineering and project management within defense contracting, specifically working on submarine sonar systems.
Education and Expertise
Abby Birbach studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Polymer and Fiber Engineering from 2000 to 2005. She also completed an Engineering Entrepreneurship Certificate Program during her time at the institute. Earlier, she attended Porter Gaud School, where she achieved her high school diploma from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and entrepreneurship.
Achievements in Operations Management
In her role at Carbon, Abby Birbach has successfully managed international manufacturing outsourcing and the selection and setup of global third-party logistics (3PL). She has demonstrated her ability to lead teams and navigate complex challenges, particularly in launching new products during a global pandemic. Her leadership in operations has contributed to the company's growth and adaptability in a rapidly changing market.