EDWIN LACKEY
Bensalem,PA
Summary
Aerospace Engineering student at The Pennsylvania State University focused on aircraft performance, operational engineering, flight planning support, and data-driven aerospace analysis. Possesses a solid foundation in aerospace coursework, MATLAB analysis, mechanical and structural fundamentals, control systems, and technical documentation, enabling effective evaluation of engineering challenges with sound judgment and communication skills. Gained experience through projects in rocket propulsion hardware, precision tracking systems, computational astronomy, and interdisciplinary system modeling, fostering proficiency in handling technical data, mechanical systems, electronics, and performance-driven design constraints.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Astronomical Research Consultant
12.2022 - 01.2026
- Analyzed 14 celestial bodies over a 2,000-year historical period using Stellarium and computational tools to validate astronomical evidence supporting award-winning Polynesian wayfinding research presented at Harvard and Yale
- Used Stellarium and computational tools to calculate historical star positions, validate astronomical data, and support long-term system analysis
- Interpreted orbital precession and stellar drift over century-scale timeframes to evaluate gravitational forces and system behavior
- Integrated environmental modeling considerations such as ocean currents and weather effects into research discussions, reinforcing interdisciplinary systems thinking
Election Poll Worker
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported setup and procedural compliance for one polling location during a full Election Day, helping maintain orderly voter flow in a regulated, public-facing environment
- Assisted voters while maintaining accurate closing documentation under time-sensitive conditions
- Communicated clearly with diverse groups while supporting orderly, time-sensitive operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA08.2027
Skills
- ENGINEERING ANALYSIS
- MATLAB
- C
- Aerospace analysis
- Mechanics
- Stress-strain analysis
- Free-body diagrams
- Load distribution
- Materials testing
- Thermodynamics
- System behavior
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting complex systems
- Instrumentation and measurements
- Safety-conscious engineering processes
- TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
- Engineering documentation
- Data organization
- Procedural communication
- MECHANICAL/SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE
- 3D parametric part modeling in SolidWorks and Fusion 360
- Mechanical alignment
- Prototype fabrication
- Carbon fiber composite layup
- Electronics integration
- Arduino control
- Stepper motor systems
- ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS
- AC/DC electronics
- Circuit design
- Pneumatic and electromechanical industrial controls
- Through-hole and surface-mount soldering
- Mechanical alignment
- Prototype fabrication
- Carbon fiber composite layup
- Electronics integration
- Arduino control
- Stepper motor systems
- ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS
- AC/DC electronics
- Circuit design
- Pneumatic and electromechanical industrial controls
- Through-hole and surface-mount soldering
- Mechanical alignment
- Prototype fabrication
- Carbon fiber composite layup
- Electronics integration
- Arduino control
- Stepper motor systems
- ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS
- AC/DC electronics
- Circuit design
- Pneumatic and electromechanical industrial controls
- Through-hole and surface-mount soldering
- Troubleshooting
TRAINING / COURSES
- Strength of Materials
- Statics
Timeline
Astronomical Research Consultant
12.2022 - 01.2026
Election Poll Worker
11.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University