Cameron Fear
Eldersburg,MD
Summary
Dynamic engineering professional with experience at Northrop Grumman, skilled in Arduino programming and project management. Proven track record in leading successful payload launches and enhancing customer service at Home Depot. Adept at collaborating with teams to achieve objectives and deliver impactful presentations. Committed to driving innovation and excellence in every project.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Member
Balloon Payload Program
College Park, Maryland
08.2025 - Current
- Executed launch and recovery procedures for multiple payloads, ensuring mission success.
- Verified APRS network connectivity to facilitate continuous tracking during flight and post-landing.
- Conducted thorough pre-launch checks on payload systems, confirming operational readiness.
- Adhered to FAA regulations and program procedures throughout pre-launch and ascent operations.
- Analyzed predicted flight paths with wind models to identify safe launch and landing zones.
Installation and Logistics intern
National Security Agency, NSA
Fort Meade, MD
- Secured pending security clearance to enhance future employment prospects.
- Cancelled start date in response to government hiring freeze.
Electrical Lead
ENES 100 OTV
College Park, MD
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with seven undergraduate engineering students to design and construct an over-terrain vehicle.
- Utilized the engineering design process to identify and resolve construction challenges.
- Planned and delivered multiple milestone presentations to faculty and peers.
- Engineered and troubleshot various electrical systems required for OTV functionality.
- Programmed OTV for autonomous navigation through obstacle courses to achieve mission objectives.
- Implemented fail-safe behaviors to prevent system lockup or motor overdraw during testing.
- Developed and debugged Arduino-based control software for autonomous steering and obstacle detection.
- Led subsystem integration sessions to ensure mechanical, electrical, and software components were compatible.
Cashier
Home Depot
Eldersburg, MD
09.2020 - 08.2024
- Enhanced customer shopping experience by greeting, engaging, and thanking customers during checkout.
- Collaborated with associates to ensure friendly and efficient service.
- Recognized with 'Homer Award' for exemplary demonstration of company values.
Intern
Northrop Grumman High School Involvement Program (HIP)
Eldersburg, MD
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Led design, construction, and launch of weather balloon payload for data collection and transmission.
- Engineered APRS circuit and programmed Arduino for effective data transmission.
- Delivered presentation of findings to a panel of Northrop Grumman employees and community members.
Intern
Advantage Title
Eldersburg, MD
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Executed data entry tasks for multi-million dollar title insurance company.
- Handled client non-public information with confidentiality and precision.
- Collaborated with supervisors and interns to acquire industry knowledge and develop essential workplace skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Maryland
College Park, Md05.2028
Minor - Data Science
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2028
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Liberty High School
Eldersburg, Md05.2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project management
- Java and JavaScript
- CSS and HTML
- Arduino programming
- Python development
- C programming
- MATLAB
- Team collaboration
- Customer service and support
- R programming
Timeline
Member
Balloon Payload Program
08.2025 - Current
Electrical Lead
ENES 100 OTV
02.2025 - 05.2025
Intern
Northrop Grumman High School Involvement Program (HIP)
02.2022 - 05.2024
Intern
Advantage Title
09.2021 - 05.2024
Cashier
Home Depot
09.2020 - 08.2024
Installation and Logistics intern
National Security Agency, NSA
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Maryland
Minor - Data Science
University of Maryland, College Park
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Liberty High School