Taylor Sprinkle Email & Phone Number

Incoming PrIME rotational engineer upon graduation in spring 2025.

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

• Student led Boeing research group studying the effects of moisture control as a contaminant in composite adhesives (Metlbond)
• Created composite test coupons using a hand lay-up process, followed by curing materials in an autoclave, utilizing time-tested techniques taught by Boeing engineers to ensure superior material performance
• Performed structural analysis of composite coupons using the Dual Cantilever Beam (DCB) method to assess tensile strength changes, while also incorporating NDE scans prior to ensure defect-free results
• Presented outcomes in meetings with Boeing engineers, highlighting project progress and goal achievement

Houston, Texas, United States

• Contributed to the space systems manufacturing and test engineering team to assist NASA programs such as xEVAS (Next Generation Spacesuit) and UWMS (Space Toilet)
• Developed comprehensive documentation for space simulation test equipment, including vibration tables, vacuum chambers, and temperature chambers, encompassing procedures, manuals, procurement, and safety protocols
• Formulated environmental testing procedures to document each process step-by-step, ensuring clear and straightforward directions for technicians to follow, ultimately resulting in flight certification of product
• Designed improvements to the fluid tubing system of a precision cleaning unit, incorporating adjustments for spraying and flushing to better meet specific needs

Bohemia, New York, United States

• Worked alongside the interior lighting group ensuring product compliance with aerospace regulatory documents, including RTCA DO-160 and Boeing D6, addressing environmental, electrical, and electromagnetic interference.
• Conducted hands-on qualification and confidence testing of aircraft lights including assessments for temperature, vibration, fluid susceptibly, etc. in strict adherence to industry standards for leading commercial.
• Successfully passed requirements of safety and reliability, leading to the attainment of airborne worthiness and the commencement of successful customers sales for the lighting system
• Designed and engineered a functional test fixture using Solid Edge which was subsequently fabricated and utilized for testing purposes, leading to improved test efficiency and effectiveness in later utilization