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The Rocket Scientists of Tomorrow

Feb18
2011 Brian Minter Written by Brian Minter

Today’s blog post is by Chandler Arnold, First Book’s executive vice-president and director of the First Book Marketplace:

First Book and Lockheed Martin team up to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics

Not long ago, First Book introduced a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) section on the First Book Marketplace, our award-winning online site for programs serving kids in need. This special STEM section is made possible through our partnership with Lockheed Martin, a global security company, and its K-12 education initiative, Engineers in the Classroom.

In support of this partnership and in celebration of National Engineers Week (February 20-26), we’re going to feature some special guest posts on our blog next week from Lockheed Martin scientists and engineers. They’ll share a little bit about the cool things they do every day as part of their jobs – like planning missions to Mars or delivering radar systems to clients in faraway countries.

In today’s global, high-tech economy, students in the United States face competition from all corners of the world, and they need to master subjects like math, technology and engineering in order to become the rocket scientists, aerospace engineers and computer programmers of tomorrow. Books about these subjects can be hard to come by for schools and programs serving kids from low-income neighborhoods, but, thanks to Lockheed Martin’s generosity, First Book is able to provide them – now and for years to come.

Like our friends at Lockheed Martin, we want the kids we serve to have the opportunity to become astronauts, study volcanoes and build the next generation of computers. Making these books available to them is the first step.

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Our Discovering Engineering guest blog posts:

Sunday: Missions to Mars
Monday: From Interior Design to Building Missiles
Tuesday: All Around the World
Wednesday: From Robots to Radar
Thursday: Kids Need to Play With Technology
Friday: The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Jet
Saturday: Predicting the Future

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The Inspiration for Engineering

Feb23
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

Hi, my name is Tom Mittan and I’m an engineer at Lockheed Martin in Owego, NY. I began my career working as a structural engineer on the Presidential Helicopter Program, and from there have moved onto the K-MAX Unmanned Helicopter program as a systems engineer and aircraft performance data analyst.

My first inspiration to learn more about engineering began when I entered high school and joined a Lockheed Martin-sponsored engineering Explorer Scout Post (a division of the Boy Scouts of America), here in Owego, in New York’s southern tier. The Explorer Scout Post focused on hands-on activities that engaged students in the design and construction of various projects such as radio transceivers, robots, and remote controlled airplanes. The projects were not only fun and engaging, but also offered valuable insight into the engineering process and a great opportunity to interact with real engineers and learn more about what they do. READ MORE »

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STEM as a Springboard

Feb22
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

Guest blogger Molly Cooney is a Lockheed Martin Engineering Leadership Development Program employee.

After 5 years at Lockheed Martin, my experiences have been varied and fascinating. I never would have imagined that upon graduating college as a Computer Science major from Villanova University, my jobs would include driving Humvees® or guiding satellite launches. But in fact, I have done all of those things and have had many other experiences that allow me to use my education in ways that make significant impacts on the world around us.

While learning on the job, I was also able to broaden my STEM foundation with a Master’s degree in Information Systems and Technology from The Johns Hopkins University. Thanks to both my foundational education and a Lockheed Martin leadership development program, I have been able to take rotational assignments in Maryland, Arizona, California and Virginia, which not only allow me to grow my skills in managing software programs, but allow me to learn about different cultures, lifestyles, and about what I want in my career and life.

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My Life as an Engineer

Feb19
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

I’m Matt Grecco, Software Engineer at Lockheed Martin.  I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Notre Dame and a Master’s Degree in Statistical Sciences from George Mason University.

One of the best things about working as an engineer is the wide range of projects you can work on.  I’ve done everything from troubleshooting a computer problem on the train platform at Grand Central Station in New York City, to giving a live demonstration of our equipment to a battalion of German soldiers in southern Germany.

Another thing I really enjoy about being an engineer is the sense of accomplishment you gain when you get a breakthrough after spending days on a problem you just can’t seem to figure out.  That feeling you get when the “light bulb” goes off in your head is truly unique.  It gives you the satisfaction that coming up empty so many times really pays off in the end.

I’ve always been a problem solver and have always liked methodically putting things together.  I grew up loving Legos™, which is usually the start every engineer gets. The same basic engineering principles involved in building fun Lego trucks and structures, are used daily in my work as an engineer allowing me to continue solving difficult problems.

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Working for the Underdog

Feb18
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

My name is Jonathan Bredemeyer and this summer marks my fourth year at Lockheed Martin since I began working on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station near my hometown in Florida. I graduated in 2006 from the Florida Institute of Technology with degrees in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering.  I’m scheduled to complete my Master’s degree in Software Engineering this year.

Everyone likes an underdog.  Adversity makes for great storytelling after the fact, regardless of the outcome.  This is one of the reasons I enjoy working on space-based systems.  There are so many obstacles to overcome and only a single chance to get it right.  Because of the formidable environment of space, nearly every product at Lockheed Martin Space System Company fits the ‘underdog’ story format.  As a software engineer and a member of the Engineering Leadership Development Program, I’ve had the opportunity over the last several years to apply my engineering skills on three different products. READ MORE »

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STEM: Fueling Future Technology and Innovation

Feb17
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

Hello, my name is Lindsey Brown and I am an engineer at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.  I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Pennsylvania State University in Operations & Information Systems Management and since I have been working, have completed two Master’s degrees from Southern Methodist University—in Business Administration and Systems Engineering. I have had a wide range of experiences since joining Lockheed Martin and working on some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the F-22 fighter. It has been a very exciting and rewarding experience to work on these programs, touch the aircraft and see the product go from sub-assembly to the flight line.

When analyzing our society’s population and all the technical inventions we take for granted in every day life, it is inspiring to contemplate what will be the next greatest invention available for purchase and use. Many of us have studied Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) subjects in school and are currently performing technical jobs because of the inspiration of a particular technology. READ MORE »

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Discovering the Wonders of Science

Feb16
2010 Written by Guest Blogger

Hello, I am Dr. Ray Johnson, the Chief Technology Officer for the Lockheed Martin Corporation.

I have a great job that allows me and the 70,000 Lockheed Martin scientists and engineers to explore and discover the wonders of science. We engineer solutions and use new technologies to protect people and improve their lives, and we constantly look for new and exciting ways to be innovative.

Technical careers rely on an educational foundation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). My colleagues and I also rely on these technical disciplines. We are deeply concerned about the shortage of scientists and engineers here in the U.S. and about the need to reinvigorate future generations to pursue technical careers. We recognize the importance of these areas of study, and through our company’s support, we are involved in a number of initiatives to encourage students to get involved in STEM-related activities.

One initiative Lockheed Martin supports, and that I am greatly excited about, is the upcoming USA Science and Engineering Festival that will be held in Washington, D.C. from October 10-24, 2010. As the Festival Host, we hope to have a million people participate; the best part—it’s free. READ MORE »

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National Engineers Week

Feb15
2010 Written by Katie B.

This week, February 14-20, 2010, is National Engineers Week! In partnership with Lockheed Martin’s K-12 education initiative, Engineers in the Classroom, we’ll be featuring guest blog posts from Lockheed Martin engineers discussing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)as well as some background about their engineering career paths and some of the cutting-edge projects they are working on.

In celebration of National Engineers Week, First Book introduces – in partnership with Lockheed Martin – a new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math section on the First Book Marketplace, featuring new, high-quality STEM books for elementary through high school students. Check out new STEM content and download FREE educator materials at the First Book Marketplace.

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