Blog 6 - Second Interview Preparation

1. Who is your mentor and where do they work?

     Frank Pina at the NASA Aero Institute in Palmdale has told me I can revisit the facility for mentorship whenever he is available, however I am going to continue to look for a more convenient and closer mentorship.

2. What five questions will you ask them about their background?

• Where did you attend college? Did you pursue an aerospace degree higher than the minimum 4 year bachelor-program? 
• What is your official position at your workplace, and how did you come about the job offer?
• What kind of internships and aerospace work did you complete before your current position?
• What led your decision to choose aerospace engineering over the many other specialties in engineering? 
• What has this company done for the aerospace engineering industry? Has it left a large impact on the industry? What is it known for?

Blog 4: Interview Preparation

1. Who do you plan to interview? Why?

      I have been unable to schedule an interview, but I should be able to interview an Aerospace Engineer who works at JPL that I have come in contact with. However, this may not workout so I am continuing to look for another interviewee. I want to interview him because he works in JPL which works directly with rockets and space components something I think my topic will focus on more.

2. What additional questions do you plan to ask?

• How did you choose what specific area of Aerospace Engineering you wanted to pursue?
• What can I truly expect when and if I get into this field?
• What have you come to enjoy and appreciate about your work?
• What can I expect in college under this major?