Mani Ramesh
About Mani Ramesh
Mani Ramesh is a Reliability Engineer with extensive experience in electromechanical systems and high-altitude technology applications. He has worked for notable companies including Loon, Apple, and Zipline, and holds degrees in Nanoengineering and Materials Science & Engineering.
Work at Fly Zipline
Mani Ramesh has been employed at Zipline as a Reliability Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the reliability of systems critical to the company's operations. His expertise in electromechanical systems contributes to the development and maintenance of reliable technologies that support Zipline's mission of delivering medical supplies through drone technology.
Previous Experience in Reliability Engineering
Prior to his current position, Mani Ramesh worked as a Reliability Engineer at Loon from 2019 to 2021. His responsibilities included ensuring the reliability of the Altitude Control System, which is essential for the navigation of Loon's stratospheric vehicles. He also held a similar role at Apple from 2018 to 2019, where he contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing product reliability.
Education and Expertise
Mani Ramesh earned a Bachelor's Degree in Nanoengineering from UC San Diego, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He later pursued a Master's Degree in Materials Science & Engineering at Northwestern University, completing his studies in 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in electromechanical systems and high-altitude technology applications.
Background in Research and Development
Before his roles in reliability engineering, Mani Ramesh gained experience as a Research Associate Intern at nanoComposix in 2015. He also worked on the design of maraging steel for 3D printing at Northwestern University from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he completed an internship as a Materials Engineer at Tesla in 2017, further enhancing his skills in materials science and engineering.
Military Experience
Mani Ramesh served in the Singapore Armed Forces as a Tank Operator from 2010 to 2012. This experience provided him with valuable skills and discipline, contributing to his professional development in engineering and reliability.