Miles Lafferty
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Driven leader and team captain with strong people skills and a proven ability to inspire and manage diverse groups. I excel at fostering collaboration, holding others accountable, and delivering results. While my GPA is solid, my true strength lies in connecting with people, leading by example, and motivating teams to achieve success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
SolarFlexes
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Streamlined Manufacturing Processes: Collaborated with the team to design and optimize scalable processes for producing large solar arrays, which improved production efficiency and reduced both costs and time-to-market.
- Investor Relations & Business Development: Pitched to top investors and executives, gaining insights that fueled business growth.
- Automation & Efficiency: Programmed a welding robot for repeatable tasks, significantly boosting manufacturing efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Project Management Enhancement: Implemented a structured framework that improved coordination, ensured timely project completion, and increased team productivity.
- Design & Fabrication Expertise: Utilized CAD, 3D printers, and CNC machines to create precision parts that met project requirements.
- Industry Engagement: Networked with leaders in robotics and aerospace, including Relativity Space and NREL, enhancing technical expertise and professional connections.
Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Advanced to Shift Manager: Promoted to shift manager, leading teams to maintain productivity and achieve business goals.
- Exceptional Customer Service Under Pressure: Resolved escalated issues under pressure, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY05-2026
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- STK ( System Tool Kit)
- MATLAB
- Simulink
- AutoCAD
- Team leadership
Timeline
Engineering Intern
SolarFlexes
05.2024 - 08.2024
Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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