Krystal Horton

Aerospace Engineering
Minors in Electrical Engineering and Leadership Studies

Professional Profile

Full-time aerospace engineering student with experience in research

www.linkedin.com/in/Krystal-Horton
Education
High School Diploma
Western Center Academy STEM
Charter School
Hemet, CA
2019
Bachelor’s Degree
Aerospace Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO
2019 – Present
Expected Graduation: 05/2023
laboratories, the field of robotics, and digital marketing. An ambassador for an
exponential STEM space company, a former annual Naval metrology laboratory
apprentice, a former systems engineering intern, and a Space Intern
Ambassador. Looking to gain experience in the engineering industry. I currently
possess a T3 secret security clearance.
Professional Experience
Naval Metrology Laboratory Apprentice
Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona Division
June 2018 – August 2018; June 2019 – August 2019
 Understand and abide by local calibration procedures (LCP)
 Calibrate gauges within controlled atmospheric conditions
 Became proficient in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards
 Utilize GD&T standards to construct mechanical drawings
 Collaborate with various departments in revising mechanical drawings

Back To Space Student Ambassador

Back To Space LLC.
Notable Skills October 2018 - Present

 Strong Written & Verbal Communication  Utilize social media to engage with the public
 Develop and employ public speaking skills
 Computer Aided Design
 Network with individuals of various backgrounds
 STK 11.7 & 12  Lead high altitude balloon launches to educate the public
 Soldering
 High Accuracy Measuring
ADSB High Altitude Balloon Payload Specialist
 3D Printing
Colorado Space Grant Consortium- CBASE
September 2019 – May 2020

 Work with ADSB transponders, receivers, and software

References  Collaborate on a team with diverse skillsets
 Prototype effective payload organization and capsules
 Perform a range of hardware and software testing
 Understand radio technology

Systems Engineering Intern

Lockheed Martin Space- Mission Modeling & Analysis
May 2020 – Present

 Utilized STK to model various GPS constellations and configurations

 Learned and implemented orbital mechanics into constellation scenarios
 Collaborated on numerous projects with teammates remotely
 Produced and delivered presentations on technical results remotely
 Documented review board meeting minutes on a variety of GPS components
 Consulted with a wide variety of component specialists and engineers