Melinda Hartley, CSP

Melinda Hartley, CSP has a diverse work experience spanning different industries. Melinda is currently working at APT (A-P-T Research, Inc.) as a Sr. Safety Engineer/SMASS Lead. Prior to this, they held the position of Principal EHS Engineer at Northrop Grumman from October 2021 to February 2023.

From 2017 to 2021, Melinda worked as a Safety Engineer II at Jacobs, where they contributed to the Test and Operations Support Contract (TOSC) for NASA. Melinda'sresponsibilities included ensuring compliance with safety and occupational health programs at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) and developing policies and procedures to maintain operational compliance.

Before their time at Jacobs, Melinda served as an Instrumentation Technician at SpaceX from 2014 to 2017. Melinda'sduties included fabricating, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting communication and control circuits for space vehicles.

From 2010 to 2014, Melinda worked as an Aircraft Technician at Professional Aircraft Accessories. Melinda'srole involved conducting maintenance and repairs on aircraft landing gear in accordance with FAA regulations.

Prior to that, they served as an Aerospace Technician for the Space Shuttle Program at United Space Alliance from 2006 to 2010. Melinda'sprimary responsibilities included assembly and maintenance on the Thermal Protection System and performing various modifications on Orbiter components.

Melinda's earlier work experience includes roles such as Resident Training Instructor/RTI at GF of Orlando, Supervisor at Ace Hardware, and General Store Worker at Freddie's Feed and Seed.

Overall, Melinda Hartley, CSP has a strong background in safety engineering, aerospace technology, and technical maintenance across various industries.

Melinda Hartley, CSP, obtained their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Melinda attended this university from 2009 to 2013. Before that, they earned their Associate of Science (AS) degree in Aerospace Technology from Eastern Florida State College, attending from 2003 to 2006. In addition to their degrees, Melinda has acquired additional certifications. Melinda obtained the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals in September 2022 and the Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification in May 2021.