LONDON COPELIN
Fayetteville,AR
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MECHANICAL ENGINEEING INTERN
Lockheed Martin
Orlando, FL
05.2025 - Current
- Redesigned and improved F-35 training devices by brainstorming innovative solutions that enhanced functionality, reliability, and efficiency.
- Produced 40+ high-precision CAD drawings enabling rapid implementation of design changes to F-35 training systems.
- Contributed to a competitive intern project focused on increasing the reliability of aerospace testing equipment; proposed solution was selected as the final design for Lockheed Martin’s bid to secure a major government contract.
- Led a data management improvement project, uploading and organizing over 13,000 SolidWorks files to a centralized network drive, streamlining engineer workflows and ensuring access to the most up-to-date models.
- Gained hands-on experience with CREO, CATIA, SolidWorks, and JIRA, enhancing proficiency in CAD design, project tracking, and collaborative engineering workflows.
- Practiced Agile methodologies, collaborating cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and project managers to deliver rapid and effective design solutions.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
Arconic
Springdale, AR
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Engineered and managed a transformative $30M CAPEX project that redesigned 50% of the manufacturing facility, impacting 500+ employees, integrating automation, and increasing aluminum part production by 60% (boosting monthly sales from $24M to $31.5M).
- Developed a 5-year strategic CAPEX plan projected to double production and sales, including budgeting, vendor coordination, and purchase order management.
- Led 20+ engineering initiatives improving OEE, safety, and efficiency; designed mechanical systems and tools using multiple CAD platforms, earning CEO and corporate approval.
- Eliminated monthly accidents by redesigning high-risk safety machinery, demonstrating commitment to operational safety and engineering design excellence.
- Collaborated with international stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver rapid, high-impact solutions aligned with production goals.
IT TECHNICIAN
University Of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided IT support for engineering departments, integrating software and optimizing networks to enhance technical workflows and system performance.
- Developed technical procedures that improved troubleshooting efficiency and user support, strengthening problem-solving and system-level thinking.
- Managed complex IT infrastructures, building organizational and analytical skills applicable to engineering systems integration and data management.
MECHANIC
Copelin Automotive
Mena, AR
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired diverse vehicle systems, applying in-depth mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues efficiently.
- Performed modifications and system improvements, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability, demonstrating practical design evaluation skills transferable to mechanical and automotive engineering.
- Gained hands-on experience with mechanical components, powertrain systems, and electrical integrations, building foundational expertise in design, analysis, and manufacturing principles.
FOREST SERVICE INTERN
US Forest Service
Mena, AR
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported infrastructure projects including boat ramps, lake dams, and bridge construction, applying engineering design principles in environmental and civil contexts.
- Assisted with trail and road design, demonstrating adaptability and cross-disciplinary engineering understanding.
- Contributed to land management and biology research, broadening systems-level thinking and real-world problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR12-2025
Skills
- Mechanical Design & Analysis
- CAD & Simulation Software (SolidWorks, CREO, CATIA, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit)
- Project Management & Agile Methodologies
- Materials Science & Composites
- Manufacturing & Production Efficiency
- Programming (MATLAB, C, Python)
- Technical Documentation & Reporting
- Complex Problem Solving & Systems Integration
Projects
University of Arkansas
Undergraduate Research in Composites- Researched nanomaterial enhancements to improve carbon composite tensile, compressive, and shear strength while reducing weight.
- Developed efficient 3D printing techniques for carbon-based thermoset composites, optimizing mechanical performance and print parameters.
- Investigated nanomaterial integration in semiconductors to improve processing speed and operational temperature ranges for high-performance electronics.
- Designed and tested a NASA-funded device to evaluate lunar dust impact on surface coatings in extreme vacuum (10^6 Torr) and temperature (40K–400K) conditions.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, presented results to NASA sponsors, and secured additional funding for continued research and testing.
- Certified CNC and milling machine operator; gained hands-on experience in precision fabrication, manufacturing processes, and design optimization for cost-effective solutions.
Timeline
MECHANICAL ENGINEEING INTERN
Lockheed Martin
05.2025 - Current
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
Arconic
05.2024 - 05.2025
IT TECHNICIAN
University Of Arkansas
09.2023 - 05.2025
FOREST SERVICE INTERN
US Forest Service
05.2020 - 08.2020
MECHANIC
Copelin Automotive
01.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
University of Arkansas
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