Devin Patel
About Devin Patel
Devin Patel is a Senior Science and Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in structural analysis and aerospace engineering.
Company
Devin Patel is currently employed at Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California, United States. He holds the position of Senior Science and Engineering Project Manager. Sandia National Laboratories is recognized for its contributions to national security and technology advancements.
Title
Devin Patel serves as a Senior Science and Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. His role involves oversight and management of science and engineering projects, ensuring the delivery of project goals and handling significant responsibilities within the organization.
Professional Background
Devin Patel has a wide range of experience in structural engineering and project management. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Principal Structural Engineer and a Structural Analysis Engineer II at Northrop Grumman in El Segundo, California, spanning from 2017 to 2021. He also served as a Structural Analysis Engineer II at Boeing in the Greater St. Louis Area from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he held internships at Cummins Inc. and Boeing in 2013, and initiated his professional journey as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at the University of Florida.
Education and Expertise
Devin Patel has built a solid educational foundation with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace Engineering and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Florida. He furthered his professional skills by obtaining a Certificate in Aerospace Project Management from Caltech in 2020. His expertise includes proficiency in FEM tools and solvers such as ABAQUS, FEMAP (NX NASTRAN), and NX CAE, alongside a strong background in both composite and metallic structures.
Risk Management in Product Realization Teams
Devin Patel is skilled in performing risk management for Product Realization Teams, particularly as part of the W80-4 Life Extension Program. This involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure successful project outcomes. His role in risk management is critical to the stability and reliability of project deliverables in complex engineering environments.