Kyle Tsai
About Kyle Tsai
Kyle Tsai is an Operations Engineer at Zipline International, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in engineering and process improvement, with previous roles at companies such as Boeing, Google, and Gooru.
Work at Zipline International
Kyle Tsai has been serving as an Operations Engineer at Zipline International since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the operational efficiency and effectiveness of Zipline's logistics and delivery systems. His work supports the company's mission to provide critical medical supplies through drone delivery, enhancing healthcare access in various regions.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Operations
Before joining Zipline, Kyle Tsai held various positions that enhanced his expertise in engineering and operations. He worked as a Business Process Improvement Consultant at Designstaq from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he was a Principal Investigator at Boeing Research & Technology, focusing on manufacturing research and development from 2016 to 2017. His experience also includes roles as Engineering Operations Manager at Gooru and Process Manager at Google.
Educational Background in Aerospace Engineering
Kyle Tsai completed his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics at Stanford University from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he earned a certificate in Six Sigma Green Belt from ASU/Boeing between 2016 and 2017.
Research Experience in Aerospace
Kyle Tsai has a solid foundation in research, having worked as a researcher in the Applied Aerodynamics Group at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2013 to 2015. His research experience complements his engineering roles and contributes to his understanding of aerospace systems.
Internships and Early Career Development
Kyle Tsai began his career with various internships that provided him with practical experience in the aerospace field. He interned at PowerConcepts L.L.C as an Energy Intern from 2006 to 2008 and worked as a Fatih Project Intern at Kno, Inc. in 2012. These early roles laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in engineering and operations.