Zach Yinger
About Zach Yinger
Zach Yinger is a GIS Systems Analyst Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2019. He holds an Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Santa Barbara City College and a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Merced.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Zach Yinger has been employed as a GIS Systems Analyst Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, he has worked extensively within an Oracle-based spatial database environment, focusing on feature creation and data editing. His contributions include developing structured editable mapping web services for mobile devices, which enhance field data development and verification efforts. His work supports the laboratory's mission by improving data accessibility and usability in various projects.
Education and Expertise
Zach Yinger holds an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Santa Barbara City College, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education at the University of California, Merced, earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2017 to 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in GIS systems analysis.
Background
Prior to his current position, Zach Yinger gained experience as an Engineering and Design Intern with the National Park Service in 2018, where he worked for three months in El Portal, California. This internship allowed him to apply his engineering skills in a practical setting, contributing to various design and engineering projects.
Achievements
During his internship at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Zach Yinger developed a multi-modal routing feature class using sub-foot accuracy GPS devices. This project aimed to improve onsite navigation between laboratory facilities, showcasing his ability to integrate advanced technology into practical applications. His work in this area demonstrates a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions.