Sara Damas

Sara M. Damas

Mechanical Engineer, Collins Aerospace
NC

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  • What I Do

    I'm a design engineer in premium interiors at Collins Aerospace. I design business and first class seats.

  • Why Engineering?

    I love innovation, technology, and challenges. Science was my favorite subject in grade school, so I wanted a profession where I can "continuously discover".

  • School Days

    Greenville Technical College - Associate of Arts (Honors)
    Greenville Technical College - Associate of Science (Honors)
    Clemson University - Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering
    Clemson University - Master's of Science in Mechanical Engineering

  • My Day At Work

    I heavily use NX to design components from scratch, redesign for better assembly, reliability, and cost effectiveness. I also review their drawings for manufacturability.

  • Best Part

    Getting to design and test the newest latest most cutting edge technology.

  • Dreams and Goals

    Short term goal: Build my leadership and business skills by pursuing an MBA.

    Long term goal: Become a Chief of Engineering or Director of Engineering and be a role model and representative for female engineers.

  • Inspiration

    Zaha Hadid, Anousheh Ansari, Maureen Robinson, and Violet Baudelaire.

  • Want to be an Engineer?

    Focus, ask questions, and network, network, network!

  • Hobbies

    I'm a frequent flier and traveler. I enjoy experiencing new places, cultures, activities and food.

Biography
Sara M. Damas is a Clemson University graduate and a huge Clemson football fan.
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Education
MBA (Candidate) North Carolina State University MSME Clemson University BSME Clemson University AS Greenville Technical College AA Greenville Technical College
Volunteer Opportunities
  • I am willing to be contacted by educators for possible speaking engagements in schools or in after school programs or summer camps.
  • I am willing to serve as a sponsor or coach for an engineering club or team.
  • I am willing to serve as science fair judge or other temporary volunteer at a local school.
  • I am willing to host a field trip to my place of employment.
  • I am willing to be contacted about potential job shadowing by interested students.