Jared Sampson
About Jared Sampson
Jared Sampson is an Aerospace Engineer I at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, specializing in the thermal and mechanical assembly of ground stationed defense lasers. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville and has experience in CAD design, machine tool operations, and Finite Element Analysis.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Jared Sampson currently holds the position of Aerospace Engineer I at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has been employed since 2020. In this role, he specializes in the thermal and mechanical assembly of ground stationed defense lasers. His responsibilities include strategizing with manufacturers and peers to ensure hardware producibility. He also refines CAD models to simplify manufacturing processes and reduce production costs. Prior to his current position, he completed an internship and co-op at Kratos from 2019 to 2020, gaining valuable experience in the aerospace engineering field.
Education and Expertise
Jared Sampson earned a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, where he studied from 2018 to 2020. He also holds an Associate's Degree in Mathematics from Snead State Community College, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role. His expertise includes the use of SolidWorks, machine tool operations, and CNC production, as well as performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for documentation purposes.
Background
Before his current role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Jared Sampson worked at Lowe's Companies, Inc. as an Associate from 2017 to 2018 in Guntersville, Alabama. He also served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at The University of Alabama in Huntsville from 2018 to 2019. These positions allowed him to develop practical skills in a variety of settings, contributing to his overall experience in engineering and manufacturing.
Achievements
During his time as an intern and co-op at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Jared Sampson created CAD drawings using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for manufacturing and production configurations. He has performed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for both internal and external presentation reports, showcasing his ability to communicate complex engineering concepts effectively. His work in refining CAD models has contributed to easing manufacturing difficulties and reducing production costs.