Shen Meinhold
About Shen Meinhold
Shen Meinhold serves as the Lead Engineer for Advanced Programs at Redwire Space, a position he has held since 2023. He has a background in mechanical engineering, with previous roles at Northrop Grumman, Orbital ATK, and Spectradyne LLC.
Work at Redwire
Shen Meinhold has been serving as the Lead Engineer for Advanced Programs at Redwire Space since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering initiatives and advancing program development. Prior to this position, he worked as the Technical Director at Redwire Space from 2022 to 2023, where he contributed to various technical projects and strategies within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Shen Meinhold earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background is complemented by a Leadership Course completed at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in 2019, which enhanced his leadership skills and team management capabilities.
Background in Engineering
Shen Meinhold has a diverse background in engineering, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as a Mechanical Engineer at Northrop Grumman from 2019 to 2022, where he was involved in engineering projects in Goleta. Prior to that, he worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Orbital ATK from 2016 to 2019, also in Goleta. His early career included a position as an Engineering Assistant at Spectradyne LLC from 2015 to 2016.
Research Experience
During his time at UCLA, Shen Meinhold gained research experience as a Student Researcher at the Smart Grid Energy Research Center (SMERC) from 2014 to 2015. This role allowed him to engage in research projects focused on energy systems and smart grid technologies, contributing to his understanding of advanced engineering concepts.