Jayden asked Jenni Glauser Added Friday, September 20, 2024 at 5:23 PM How many things have you made since you became an engineer? Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 1:52 PM That's a great question! I worked on the engines for the F35 Joint Strike Fighter, in college I built FSAE race cars, and now currently I am the product manager for a new mental health app. I think as engineers we should take credit for all the amazing ...
Halima Added Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:54 PM How do I get into project management from engineering? I am interested in studying aerospace engineering in uni but after that i want to go into project management, so i was wondering how you got into it? and any advice on how to go about it. thank you Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Monday, September 16, 2024 at 2:16 PM There are many different ways to get into project management. Many companies that hire you will have a path and training within the company to help you on that path. Another option is to get an MBA, but I would get at least 2 years of experience before ...
NADEERA, MALAYSIA Added Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 8:42 AM Software engineers in the aviation industry I am studying to be a software engineer but I would like to get a job in the aviation industry either in control tower/ aircraft. What positions are available for software engineers? What other skills or things I should learn? Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 8:42 AM In the jet engine industry you could become a FADEC designer (full authority digital engine control). The FADEC is the brain of the engine and it has to be redundant and perfect to keep people safe in the air. With new autonomous aircraft, the ...
Edgewood Middle School, Maryland asked Jenni Glauser Added Monday, November 16, 2015 at 12:46 PM Spaceships How do you make a spaceship, is it fun or hard? Who do you work with, how many people dose it take to make a spaceship? Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Monday, November 16, 2015 at 12:46 PM I used to work on jet engines. It was fun, but very hard. You have to make sure it is super safe so it can fly in the air. I used to work in a large engineering building with 10000 people.
darde, union asked Jenni Glauser Added Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 10:16 AM Becoming an engineer When did you become a engineer Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 10:16 AM I graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 2008.
Adina, Baltimore asked Jenni Glauser Added Monday, December 29, 2014 at 12:06 AM Can I switch into Engineering from Liberal Arts? Hi, I'm 20 years old, and I've already graduated from college--in a very non-engineering related field. Because I wanted to study religion and theology in my first few years out of high school, I currently hold a BA in Liberal Arts. I am now employed as a teacher in my hometown (the school I went through), and I teach middle school English and Biology as well as a high school math. As you can see, my interests and skills are very diverse, but my passion is math. Until recently I had decided to ... Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Monday, December 29, 2014 at 12:06 AM Hi Adina! It sounds like you have many talents! It’s great to be so versatile – it makes for a great engineer as well as a great mom! Most of these questions could be best answered by a college counselor. They are trained to help you find the ...
A. Angulo asked Jenni Glauser Added Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 1:27 PM How hard is it to get back into engineering after staying at home for a few years? Hello :), thank you for sharing your story and being so open about sharing your stay-at-home experience. You have a beautiful family. I am now a first time mom. I graduated with my B.S. in mechanical engineering in 2009 from UCSD and worked in the aerospace field as a design engineer for a little over 3 years. I then decided to go back to school full-time for 2 years to obtain my M.S. in mechanical engineering at UCLA and just graduated in June. My husband is also an engineer (computer ... Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 1:27 PM Ms. Angulo, Thanks for writing. I’ve been thinking how best to answer your concerns. It’s important to remember that what works for one family might not be the best solution for you. I think the hardest decisions we make are not between good and ...
Aamna, California asked Jenni Glauser Added Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 9:50 PM Going from chemical engineering into aerospace Hi! I am currently studying chemical engineering, but I am also interested in mechanical engineering, so I am taking classes for both majors. Unfortunately my university doesn't allow engineering students to double major in another engineering discipline. With my background could I still possibly go to graduate school for aerospace engineering or get a job in an aerospace engineering company? :) Thank you! Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 9:50 PM Wow! You are hard core!!! :-) My degree is in ME and many at my company also had ME degrees. I think that you should have no problem getting into a graduate program with an ME degree. You can always contact the graduate program you're interested in ...
NAMEERA, CHENNAI asked Jenni Glauser Added Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 8:24 AM Can I go from Aerospace Engineering to being a pilot? Hi Jenni! My name is Nameera, and I'm from India. I am a freshman in high school and I'm totally interested in aerospace engineering and piloting. Actually I want to become a pilot. Can I pursue it after studying aerospace engineering? Please help me.. I was totally inspired by the interview given by you! Answers 3 Jenni Glauser Answered Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 8:24 AM Hi Nameera!!! I'm so glad you're excited about aerospace engineering! I think it's a wonderful career choice! ;-) I think you can become both an engineer and a pilot. Once you get into college you will be able to meet with the advisers and ...
Angela, Spring, TX asked Jenni Glauser Added Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 12:06 PM Experiences of Women in Engineering Hello Mrs. Glauser, my name is Angela. I am a current student in high school and was wondering if you could answer a few interview questions to help with a project I am working on. The topic of my project is why there aren't many women interested in the engineering field, and your experience will help me to gain a strong source. I would really like more girls to see the benefits of this career choice. If you have a moment of your time to spare, I ask if you'd be so kind to answer my questions ... Answers 2 Jenni Glauser Answered Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 12:06 PM Angela, Looks like Sara DaSilva would be willing to help you with your project. Please let me know if you still have other questions for me. Thanks! Jenni
H.B, Los Angeles, CA Added Friday, February 15, 2013 at 1:06 PM Balancing Work and Family Hi. I have a B.S. degree in Mechanical engineering and a M.S. degree in Engineering management. After working as a design engineer for a few years, I was offered a position as a project engineer (interface between management and engineering). I am 30 years old and am expecting a child; however, I would like to persue my M.E. Professional Engineering License but am not sure when i'll have the time for it. I'm planning on taking maternity leave, but of couse that's time for the baby and recovery ... Answers 3 Jenni Glauser Answered Friday, February 15, 2013 at 1:06 PM Well, I cannot give you specific advice on the PE exam since I haven’t taken it. But I have done the working with a baby/new mom thing. I agree with you to not plan on doing anything during the first few months. Hopefully you’ll have an easy baby and ...
Zainab , Chicago, IL asked Jenni Glauser Added Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 10:14 AM Double major or one? Dear Mrs. Glauser, I sent you an email just before---I'm not sure if it got through so I'm sending it again. But I just found the site engineergirl.org today and I was really interested in your profile because you're an aerospace engineer! I'm 20 years old. I'm a girl, and I'm two years in becoming a mechanical engineer. But I have so many questions! Mainly because sometimes I wonder if I'm choosing the right field for me. Or if me being a female makes me slightly unreliable for the ... Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 10:14 AM Hello Zainab! What great questions you have! Engineering is a great field for females. In fact, when I was at P&W my boss’s boss’s boss was a female. So there is a chance for great success in engineering! If you are interested in ...