Samuel Smith
About Samuel Smith
Samuel Smith is a Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for designing products for home and space.
Professional Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Samuel Smith has been serving as a Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories since 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His role involves engaging in high-level mechanical engineering projects, contributing to research and development that supports national security and technology innovation.
Mechanical Engineering Role at Redwire Space
From 2020 to 2022, Samuel Smith worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Redwire Space in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There, he focused on advancing space technology, working on mechanical systems that support space missions and developing solutions for space infrastructure.
Research Experience at Brigham Young University
Samuel Smith was a Graduate Student at Brigham Young University's Compliant Mechanisms Research Lab from 2018 to 2020 in Provo, Utah Area. During his time there, he completed a Master's thesis on fiber-reinforced compliant mechanisms for deployable space structures, contributing to innovative research in the field of mechanical engineering.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Samuel Smith earned a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University, studying from 2013 to 2018. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices, preparing him for a successful career in mechanical engineering.
Diverse Engineering and Technical Roles
Over the years, Samuel Smith has held various engineering and technical positions. He worked as a Composites Engineer at KLOS Guitars in 2016, and as an Engineering Intern at Schlumberger from 2015 to 2016. He also gained experience as a Student Engineer at Brigham Young University from 2013 to 2015 and honed technical skills as a Mechanic at Taylor's Bike Shop from 2006 to 2012.