Salma Echakar
KS
Summary
A passionate junior majoring in Aerospace Engineering, eager to contribute to advancements in structural analysis, material testing, and aircraft design. Driven to apply technical expertise, leadership experience, and a multicultural background to innovative aerospace solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Student Assistant
National Institute for Aviation Research, NIAR
Wichita, KS
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted tensile and compression tests for Collins Aerospace and Safrene to evaluate material properties
- Prepared specimens, set up test configurations, managed data collection, and reduced raw data using MTS machines
- Documented and compiled detailed reports with test results and visual evidence for engineering analysis.
Math/Physics Tutor
Jerry Moran Center & Student, Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided academic support to student-athletes in mathematics and physics
- Created personalized strategies to enhance understanding of technical subjects.
Waitress
Scouts of Morocco
Concordia, KS
09.2022 - 05.2023
Team Leader
Casablanca
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Trained and coached team members on operational procedures and leadership skills
- Conducted performance evaluations and organized community service projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Wichita State University
01.2025
Associate Degree - Mathematics
Cloud County Community College
01.2023
Al Akhawayn University
01.2022
Mathematics and Physics
Ibn Rochd High School
01.2020
Skills
- Technical Skills:
- MATLAB, Python, MTS data acquisition systems
- Leadership & Communication:
- Empathy, positivity, goal-setting, mentorship
- Leadership and Activities
- Engineering at Wichita State University
- Participated in ACE Mentoring and leadership development under Brady-Wark Katie, focusing on empathy, goal-setting, and effective communication
- Mentored new students, offering guidance on resources, goal-setting, and balancing academic and personal commitments
- Applied strengths in WOO (Winning Others Over), empathy, and communication to build trust and inspire confidence among mentees
- Leadership Reflection
- Developed leadership skills emphasizing empowerment over control
- Guided mentees through academic challenges by sharing personal experiences and providing access to campus resources
- Celebrated mentee successes, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment
Additional Information
- Relevant to Aerospace Engineering Flight Structures: Applied knowledge of load-bearing structures in aviation. Materials Engineering: In-depth understanding of material properties and testing methods. Mechanics of Materials: Strengthened analysis of stress, strain, and failure points in aerospace components. Engineering Graphics: Developed technical drawing and design skills.
Timeline
Student Assistant
National Institute for Aviation Research, NIAR
10.2023 - Current
Math/Physics Tutor
Jerry Moran Center & Student, Wichita State University
09.2023 - 11.2023
Waitress
Scouts of Morocco
09.2022 - 05.2023
Team Leader
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Wichita State University
Associate Degree - Mathematics
Cloud County Community College
Al Akhawayn University
Mathematics and Physics
Ibn Rochd High School