Nay L.
About Nay L.
Nay L. is a Senior Manager in Archimedes Development at Rocket Lab, with a background in aerospace engineering and extensive experience in propulsion and manufacturing engineering. Previously, Nay held various engineering roles at SpaceX and GKN Aerospace, contributing to significant projects in the aerospace sector.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Nay L. currently serves as the Senior Manager for Archimedes Development, focusing on Engine Development at Rocket Lab. This position has been held since 2023. In this role, Nay oversees engineering projects related to propulsion systems, contributing to the company's innovative space launch solutions.
Previous Experience at SpaceX
Nay L. worked at SpaceX as the Lead Propulsion Engineer from 2020 to 2021. During this tenure, Nay was responsible for leading propulsion engineering efforts, contributing to the development of advanced rocket technologies.
Career at GKN Aerospace
Nay L. has extensive experience at GKN Aerospace, holding multiple positions from 2008 to 2015. Roles included Associate Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Lead Process Engineer - Welding, and Manufacturing Engineer. This diverse experience provided Nay with a strong foundation in aerospace engineering and manufacturing processes.
Educational Background
Nay L. earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from UCLA, studying from 2004 to 2008. Following this, Nay obtained a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from California State University-Long Beach, completing the program from 2012 to 2014. This educational background supports Nay's expertise in engineering and design.
Experience at Rocket Lab
Before becoming the Senior Manager at Rocket Lab, Nay L. worked as a Principal Engineer in Neutron Propulsion from 2022 to 2023. This role involved significant contributions to the development of propulsion systems for the Neutron rocket, enhancing Rocket Lab's capabilities in the aerospace sector.