Dayton Nguyen
Manufacturing Member @Formula Slug
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WORK HISTORY
Manufacturing Member @Formula Slug
Santa Cruz, CA, US
Developed technical proficiency in manual machining, utilizing a manual mill to manufacture critical in-house components, including battery housing elements and structural mounts- Learned Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) principles to translate digital designs into precise machining paths, ensuring all parts met strict tolerances for race-ready performance- Assisted in the construction and alignment of the chassis jig, ensuring the foundational frame of the vehicle was built to exact specifications for geometric accuracy- Mastered professional machining standards and shop safety practices, including material selection, tool speeds and feeds, and quality control inspections for high-stress automotive parts- Managed the preparation and finishing of various vehicle components, coordinating with the design team to ensure all manufactured parts were ready for final assembly and integration.
EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor's degree, Robotics Engineering
ABOUT DAYTON NGUYEN
I am a hands-on builder and aspiring Composite Engineer targeting the motorsports and aerospace sectors. With over 200 hours of composite fabrication and 50+ hours of precision machining, I focus on the intersection of mechanical design and manufacturing. My experience ranges from machining components for a Formula SAE electric race car to designing and fabricating high-quality composites for competition-level rockets. I thrive in the shop environment, moving confidently from CAD modeling to manual milling and layup. Whether researching new manufacturing standards or mentoring a team on build quality, I am driven by the challenge of optimizing hardware for high-performance vehicles.
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