One of his most notable achievements was developing the Orbital Impact Energy Assessment for NASA’s space shuttle heat insulation.
IRVINE, CA, June 13, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Ji Young Kim, MS, has been recognized for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Kim has made a significant impact in the aerospace industry, notably at Boeing, where he has held the position of senior staff engineer since 2005. His role is pivotal, overseeing the structural configuration of commercial airplanes and collaborating closely with design engineers to ensure their designs meet the necessary structural strength requirements. Mr. Kim’s responsibilities extend to verifying the strength of all components and preparing essential documentation for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification, a critical step to guarantee the safety and legality of aircraft.
Before joining Boeing, Mr. Kim contributed his expertise to the automotive industry as an engineering consultant for eta – Porsche Cars North America in Troy, Michigan, from 2003 to 2005. Before this role, he was a product development engineer at Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan, between 2001 and 2003. Mr. Kim began his career as a research and development engineer at General Motors in Warren, Michigan, from 1999 to 2001. These positions allowed him to hone his skills in vehicle structure before transitioning to the aerospace sector.
Mr. Kim has a unique ability to support and assist engineers in aircraft simulation. One of his most notable achievements was developing the Orbital Impact Energy Assessment for NASA’s space shuttle heat insulation. This work was pivotal for the Boeing Space Shuttle Launch Support Program with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), employing simulation tools to visualize the impact energy profile and identify critical impact angles and velocity of projectiles. The precision of this assessment bolstered NASA’s confidence in the success of its launches, particularly highlighted by its contribution to the launch in 2005.
Mr. Kim’s academic background laid a solid foundation for his professional achievements. He earned a Master of Science in structural engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2000. Mr. Kim’s time at MIT was marked by significant recognition, including the MIT Mechanical Engineering Thesis Award in 2000 and the MIT Mechanical Department Scholarship from 1997 to 2000. He credits his success to his hard work and problem-solving skills.
As part of his continued commitments to his field, Mr. Kim is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is actively involved with civic-minded organizations such as the MIT Alumni Association.
Mr. Kim’s contributions have been acknowledged through several awards, including the Boeing Pride Award in 2013 and the aforementioned accolades during his time at MIT. In preparation for his future, he aspires to become an FAA representative within Boeing Commercial Airlines.
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