Griffin enjoys working on projects that involve designing, building, and testing real hardware. His interests center around structural design, manufacturing, and composite fabrication, particularly in aerospace applications. Through his work with the Buckeye Space Launch Initiative, he has helped develop manufacturing processes for rocket structures and led the design and production of the team’s fiberglass composite nose cones. This involved designing a large 3D-printed mold and developing a repeatable layup and curing process to produce consistent, high-quality parts for flight.

Outside of composite work, Griffin spends significant time in the machine shop and enjoys the practical side of manufacturing. As a Shop Instructional Assistant at Ohio State, he helps students safely machine parts, interpret drawings, and troubleshoot manufacturing problems. This experience has strengthened his appreciation for how thoughtful design and effective manufacturing processes work together.

Griffin has also participated in aerospace research projects, including a CubeSat cold-gas propulsion system developed in collaboration with Sierra Lobo, where he helped design a nozzle test stand and contribute to system development. These experiences have strengthened his interest in aerospace engineering and space systems.

Outside of engineering projects, Griffin enjoys 3D printing and building props and models, often combining creative ideas with fabrication skills. One project he particularly enjoyed was designing and printing a replica Knight mask from the game Hollow Knight. He is also a soccer fan and enjoys following Manchester City.

Griffin hopes to pursue a career working on rockets, satellites, and other aerospace systems where he can contribute to designing and building hardware for spaceflight.