Kaitlyn Bailey
About Kaitlyn Bailey
Kaitlyn Bailey is a Senior Program Manager at Adidas, where she has contributed to the development of innovative 3D printing techniques for footwear. She has a background in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has held various engineering roles at companies including FATHOM and Carbon.
Current Role at Carbon
Kaitlyn Bailey serves as a Senior Program Manager at Carbon, focusing on the adidas account since 2021. In this role, she oversees technical program management, particularly for the development and production of adidas 4D midsoles. Her responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring the successful execution of projects that leverage advanced manufacturing techniques.
Previous Experience at Carbon
Before her current position, Kaitlyn Bailey worked as a Senior Design Engineer in Application Development at Carbon from 2019 to 2021. During this time, she contributed to the innovative use of 3D printing technology for footwear production. Her work involved enhancing additive manufacturing processes, which significantly impacted the sportswear industry.
Career Background
Kaitlyn Bailey has a diverse professional background. She began her career as a Project Engineer at Ace Metal Crafts from 2014 to 2016 in the Greater Chicago Area. Following this, she worked at FATHOM, first as a Customer Service Representative from 2016 to 2017 and then as an Applications Engineer from 2017 to 2019 in Oakland, CA. This progression reflects her growth in engineering and program management roles.
Education and Expertise
Kaitlyn Bailey earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in engineering and program management, particularly in additive manufacturing and product development.
Contributions to Additive Manufacturing
Throughout her career, Kaitlyn Bailey has played a significant role in advancing additive manufacturing techniques within the sportswear industry. Her involvement in the development of adidas 4D midsoles and the generation of a Single Zone Lattice with the Carbon Design Engine highlights her commitment to innovation in footwear production.