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Derek Zahratka

Ham Lake,MN

Summary

Engineering student versed in reviewing plans, writing reports, researching solutions and implementing company procedures. Willingness to learn, follow instructions and work cooperatively within team environments. Computer competencies include various CAD programs, MS Office applications, and MatLab with basic knowledge in Python.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Co-Op Student

Collins Aerospace Systems
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided testing and high-quality technical implementations that met design requirements.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
  • Collaborated with design team to provide feedback and create clear technical designs.

Tutor

Iowa State University Academic Success Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with students to identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

TRUSS BUILDER

LAKES BUILDING COMPONENTS
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assembled and put together roof trusses for houses.
  • Fabricated trusses to exact company standards and customer specifications.
  • Met schedule targets by working quickly and with minimal errors on building projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
Ames, IA
12.2025

High School Diploma - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Blaine High School - CEMS
Blaine, MN
06.2021

Skills

  • SOLIDWORKS Modeling
  • SAP
  • Teamcenter
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Schematics Reading
  • Microsoft Excel

Honors And Leadership

  • AP + PLTW Achievement in Engineering (2021)
  • Hockey Captain (2018)

Affiliations

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)

Make to Innovate (M:2:I) at Iowa State Team Tempest


Timeline

Engineering Co-Op Student

Collins Aerospace Systems
05.2023 - Current

Tutor

Iowa State University Academic Success Center
01.2023 - 05.2023

TRUSS BUILDER

LAKES BUILDING COMPONENTS
06.2021 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

High School Diploma - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Blaine High School - CEMS
Derek Zahratka