Tom Huppler
About Tom Huppler
Tom Huppler is a Project Manager at Big Green and a Mechanical Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 1997. He has contributed to the National Nuclear Security Administration mission and has a background in mechanical engineering and management.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Tom Huppler has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 1997, where he has served as a Mechanical Engineer for 27 years. In his current role as Project Manager for the Big Green initiative, which he has held since 2011, he oversees projects that contribute to the National Nuclear Security Administration mission. Huppler is part of a collaborative team that includes five world-class organizations, working on projects that leverage expertise from institutions such as the University of California and The Texas A&M University System.
Previous Experience at Aerojet Rocketdyne
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Tom Huppler worked at Aerojet Rocketdyne as a Mechanical Engineer from 1987 to 1990. His role at Aerojet Rocketdyne provided him with foundational experience in mechanical engineering within the aerospace sector, contributing to his professional development prior to his tenure in nuclear security.
Career at Lockheed Martin
Tom Huppler was employed at Lockheed Martin from 1990 to 1997, where he held the position of Missile Man. This role involved working on missile systems and technologies, further enhancing his expertise in mechanical engineering and project management within the defense industry.
Education and Expertise
Tom Huppler earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University, studying from 1977 to 1982. He also pursued further education at the University of Southern California, where he studied Management from 1984 to 1989. His educational background in engineering and management supports his roles in project management and technical leadership.