Al Salinas
About Al Salinas
Al Salinas is an Engineering Manager at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in various roles at Honeywell Aerospace and Defense & Space Electronic Systems.
Current Title
Al Salinas is currently an Engineering Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. His tenure began in 2022 and continues to the present. His role includes managing engineering teams and overseeing various projects. As part of his duties, he ensures the successful execution of engineering initiatives, applying his extensive background and leadership skills to drive innovation and efficiency.
Role at Sandia National Laboratories
In addition to his Engineering Manager position, Al Salinas also serves as an R&D Senior Program Manager at Sandia National Laboratories, a role he has held since 2019. This position involves leading research and development projects, coordinating cross-disciplinary efforts, and managing program resources to achieve organizational objectives. His dual roles highlight his versatility and expertise in both management and technical program leadership.
Previous Experience at Honeywell
Al Salinas had an extensive career at Honeywell, holding multiple positions from 2001 to 2019. He began as a Computer Scientist Engineer in Honeywell Defense & Space Electronic Systems, later advancing to Chief Software Architect. He also served as a Systems & Software Architecture Principal Engineer, Project Engineer, and Engineering Manager within Honeywell Aerospace/BendixKing. His final role at Honeywell was Program Manager in the Program Management Office, where he coordinated various aerospace projects.
Engineering and Program Management Roles
Throughout his career, Al Salinas has consistently taken on roles that blend technical engineering with program management. His experience at Honeywell and later at Sandia National Laboratories has provided him with a comprehensive skill set in managing engineering teams, leading R&D initiatives, and ensuring project success. His career trajectory showcases his ability to adapt to different engineering and managerial roles, making significant contributions in each.
Work in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Most of Al Salinas' professional career has been based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. During his time at Honeywell, he contributed to various projects in the Aerospace and Defense sectors, gaining local and industry-specific expertise. This geographical focus has allowed him to become well-acquainted with the local industry landscape and establish a strong professional network within the region.