9th Infantry Division
Sergeant | Motor Transport Operator
May 2021 – November 2022
In the Korean Army, I learned that the best solutions come from getting your hands dirty. Working along side mechanics to fix broken vehicles taught me more about design than any textbook – because nothing reveals bad engineering quite like maintenance at 2AM.
Technical collaboration & Hands-On experience
During my service, I actively sought opportunities beyond my assigned duties to expand my technical skills. I regularly collaborated with Vehicle Maintenance Specialists to support critical vehicle operations:
- Assisted maintenance teams with diagonostic procedures and mechanical repairs on military vehicles
- Gained practical experience with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical troubleshooting through hands-on repair work
- Contributed to vehicle readiness by helping execute time-sensitive repairs in challenging field conditions
- Developed problem-solving skills by working alongside experienced mechanics to resolve complex mechanical failures
This experience taught me that the best engineers understand not just how to design, but how things break and how to fix them. Working in military maintenance revealed how theoretical knowledge meets practical reality. I apply these lessons to every engineering project today.
Other experiences in the Military
Squad Leader Responsibilities
- Led team of 8 soldiers
- Managed daily operations
- Conducted training exercises
- Maintained unit unity
- Zero safety incidents
Vehicle Operations:
- Managed 40+ vehicle fleet
- Emergency vehicle certified
- Heavy equipment operator
- Dispatch coordination
- Maintenance scheduling
Military Skills applied to engineering
Military skill
Operations Training ->
Safety Protocols ->
Team leadership ->
Equipment maintenance ->
Crisis Management ->
Engineering application
Project Management
Quality Control
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Prototype Testing
Problem-Solving Under Deadlines
Minsang Lee 