Myles Keefer
About Myles Keefer
Myles Keefer is a Manager of Additive Manufacturing at Rocket Lab, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master of Engineering in Additive Manufacturing & Design from Penn State University and has a background in engineering and design from various roles at Taurus Engineering and Rocket Lab.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Myles Keefer serves as the Manager of Additive Manufacturing at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of additive manufacturing processes within the company. His responsibilities include managing projects related to the production of aerospace components using advanced manufacturing techniques. Keefer's experience in this field contributes to Rocket Lab's mission of providing reliable and cost-effective launch services.
Previous Experience at Rocket Lab
Before becoming the Manager of Additive Manufacturing, Myles Keefer worked at Rocket Lab in various engineering roles. He served as a Manufacturing Engineer II - Propulsion from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on propulsion systems. Prior to that, he was an Engineering Specialist for a brief period in 2020. His tenure at Rocket Lab has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's engineering and manufacturing processes.
Experience at Taurus Engineering
Myles Keefer has significant experience from his time at Taurus Engineering, where he held multiple positions from 2016 to 2020. He started as a Manufacturing Engineer/Technical Writer and later transitioned to Product Design Engineer I. His role as Senior Design Engineer from 2017 to 2020 involved leading design projects and collaborating with teams to enhance product development. This experience has equipped him with valuable skills in engineering design and project management.
Education and Qualifications
Myles Keefer has a solid educational background. He earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Behavioral Sciences from Mt. San Jacinto College, studying from 2009 to 2013. He then obtained a Bachelor's degree in Mathematical Economics from California State University, Long Beach, from 2014 to 2016. Most recently, he completed a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Additive Manufacturing & Design at Penn State University in 2022. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in engineering and manufacturing.