Luke Thornley
About Luke Thornley
Luke Thornley is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a degree in Materials Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo and has previous experience as a Quality Engineer Intern at FMC Technologies Schilling Robotics.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Luke Thornley has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Staff Scientist since 2015. His role involves conducting research and development in various scientific domains. The laboratory is known for its contributions to national security, energy, and environmental sustainability. Thornley’s work contributes to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific knowledge and technology.
Education and Expertise
Luke Thornley studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he earned a degree in Materials Engineering from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in materials science, which is essential for his current role. He also completed his secondary education at Scotts Valley High School, where he achieved an International Baccalaureate Diploma from 2007 to 2011.
Previous Experience at Cal Poly State University
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Luke Thornley worked at California Polytechnic State University as an Engineering Student from 2011 to 2015. During this time, he gained practical experience in engineering principles and applications, which contributed to his professional development in the field of materials engineering.
Internship at FMC Technologies Schilling Robotics
In 2013, Luke Thornley completed a one-month internship as a Quality Engineer Intern at FMC Technologies Schilling Robotics. This role allowed him to apply his engineering knowledge in a practical setting, focusing on quality assurance processes within the robotics industry. The experience provided him with insights into engineering practices in a corporate environment.