Kimberly Ryan, Pmp
About Kimberly Ryan, Pmp
Kimberly Ryan is a Principal Technical Program Manager at Motional, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in aerospace engineering and has held various engineering and management roles at Draper and other organizations.
Work at Motional
Kimberly Ryan has been serving as a Principal Technical Program Manager at Motional since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing technical programs and ensuring their successful execution. Prior to her current position, she worked at Motional as a Senior Technical Program Manager from 2020 to 2021. Her experience at Motional spans over three years, during which she has contributed to various projects in the autonomous vehicle sector from the company's Boston, Massachusetts office.
Previous Experience at Draper
Before joining Motional, Kimberly Ryan held multiple positions at Draper. She worked as a Principal Human Systems Engineer from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Human Systems Engineer from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she served as Group Leader for the Human Systems & Visualization Group for five months in 2020, and as a Human Systems Collaboration Engineer from 2012 to 2014. Her roles at Draper focused on human systems engineering and collaboration, contributing to advancements in technology and engineering solutions.
Educational Background
Kimberly Ryan studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she earned a Bachelor of Science (S.B.) in Aerospace Engineering with Information Technology from 2006 to 2010. She continued her education at MIT, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Aerospace Engineering from 2010 to 2012. Her academic background has provided her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and technology.
Early Career Experience
In the early stages of her career, Kimberly Ryan gained experience in various roles. She worked at GE Aviation as a Manufacturing Quality Intern in 2009 and served as Head of Instructors at MEET - Middle East Education through Technology from 2009 to 2010. These positions allowed her to develop skills in quality management and education, contributing to her professional growth.
High School Education
Kimberly Ryan completed her high school education at Centennial High School from 2002 to 2006. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional achievements in engineering and technology.