MICHAEL PAPADOPOLOUS

Michael graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. At Embry-Riddle, he pursued a Clean Energy track focused on sustainability, where his growing interest in welding and metal fabrication led him to apprentice in the trade, gaining hands-on experience repairing and building custom metal projects. Michael also interned at SpaceX, where he contributed to the design and fabrication of custom machinery for the heat shield assembly line, supporting one of the most demanding production environments in the aerospace industry. Following graduation, he worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Hydro Aluminum, where he focused on improving process efficiency and optimizing large-scale extrusion operations. At Entech Innovative Engineering, Michael assists in the design, drafting, calculations, fabrication, and installation planning of Entech’s completely unique, one-of-a-kind projects. His areas of proficiency include machine design, manufacturing, and metal fabrication, blending hands-on expertise with creative engineering to bring complex designs to life.