Spalding Craft
About Spalding Craft
Spalding Craft is the R&D Manager at Sandia National Laboratories, with a background in materials science and engineering.
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Spalding Craft holds the position of R&D Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. This role involves overseeing research and development projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals and scientific advancements.
Current Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Spalding Craft has been working as an R&D Manager at Sandia National Laboratories since 2018. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sandia National Laboratories is a prominent research and development facility. In this role, Craft is responsible for managing R&D initiatives, leading teams, and contributing to various scientific projects.
Previous Position at HexaTech, Inc.
Before joining Sandia National Laboratories, Spalding Craft worked at HexaTech, Inc as a Senior Crystal Growth Engineer from 2009 to 2018. Based in Morrisville, North Carolina, HexaTech specializes in advanced materials. Craft's responsibilities included developing and refining crystal growth processes, crucial for material science advancements.
Role at North Carolina State University
From 2004 to 2009, Spalding Craft served as a Graduate Researcher at North Carolina State University. During this period, he engaged in extensive research in the field of Materials Science and Engineering. His work as a researcher contributed significantly to his graduate studies and laid the foundation for his future career in materials science.
Education and Expertise in Materials Science
Spalding Craft earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering from North Carolina State University. Completing his studies in 2009, his academic expertise set the stage for a career focused on the scientific and technical aspects of material development and research.