Brandon Tafoya
About Brandon Tafoya
Brandon Tafoya is an Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories with a background in hotel management, IT support, and technical operations.
Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories
Brandon Tafoya serves as an Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. Having joined the facility in 2022, he utilizes his expertise in project management and technical operations gained from a prior role as a Strategy and Technical Operations Intern at the same institution. His tenure involves handling complex engineering projects and overseeing their implementation.
Experience as Strategy and Technical Operations Intern
Brandon Tafoya worked as a Strategy and Technical Operations Intern at Sandia National Laboratories from 2021 to 2022. During his five-month internship, he was exposed to high-level strategic initiatives and technical operations, which helped to refine his skills in project management and operational strategy. This role laid the foundation for his current position as Engineering Project Manager.
Hospitality Management Experience
Brandon Tafoya has significant experience in hospitality management, having worked as Manager on Duty at Ramada Plaza Hotel and MCM Elegante Hotel and Suites. His role at Ramada Plaza Hotel lasted nine months from 2019 to 2020, while he served at the MCM Elegante Hotel and Suites for two years from 2015 to 2017. These roles involved managing hotel operations and ensuring customer satisfaction.
IT Technical Support at The University of New Mexico
Brandon Tafoya worked in the IT department at The University of New Mexico from 2018 to 2019. As an IT Tech, he provided technical support and solutions, ensuring the smooth operation of the university's IT infrastructure. This role honed his skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and user support.
Educational Background in Operations Management and Information Systems
Brandon Tafoya holds a Master's degree in Information Systems from The University of New Mexico, which he completed in 2022. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Operations Management and Supervision from the same university, completed in 2019. His academic background provided him with practical experience in supply chain, operations, and project management, which he applies in his professional roles.