Melissa Meier
About Melissa Meier
Melissa Meier serves as the Lead Mechanical Technologist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position she has held since 2019. She has a background in the US Navy, where she held various roles, and she earned a Bachelor's degree in Technology Management from Excelsior College.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Melissa Meier has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019, currently holding the position of Lead Mechanical Technologist. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing mechanical technology projects and ensuring the effective application of engineering principles. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Mechanical Technologist at the same laboratory for six months in 2019. Her experience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory contributes to her expertise in advanced mechanical systems.
Experience in the US Navy
Melissa Meier has a notable history of service in the US Navy, where she held several positions. She served as Chief Petty Officer for six months in Norfolk, Virginia, from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she was the Assistant Leading Petty Officer for six months in Newport News, Virginia, in 2016. Additionally, she served as Leading Petty Officer from 2016 to 2018 in Newport News and as Training Leading Petty Officer for eight months aboard the USS Gerald R Ford in 2015. Her naval experience provided her with leadership skills and technical knowledge.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Meier earned a Bachelor's degree in Technology Management from Excelsior College, completing her studies from 2014 to 2017. This educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in technology and management principles, which she applies in her current role as Lead Mechanical Technologist. Her academic achievements complement her extensive practical experience in mechanical technology and systems.
Previous Employment at Akima, LLC
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Melissa Meier worked at Akima, LLC as a Cryogenics System Operator from 2018 to 2019 in Livermore, California. In this position, she was responsible for operating and maintaining cryogenic systems, contributing to her technical expertise in specialized mechanical applications. Her role at Akima further enhanced her skills in the field of mechanical technology.