Sasha Mela

Aerospace Systems Engineer at ARES Corporation

Sasha Mela has a diverse work experience that spans several industries. Starting in 2015, Sasha worked as a Resident Advisor at the Illinois Institute of Technology, where they provided support and guidance to students, managed a budget, and conducted interviews and training for future RAs. In 2019, Sasha joined FA International Stone Company as a Project Engineer, where they coordinated purchasing, material procurement, and created detailed blueprints for potential projects. Concurrently, Sasha also worked at Venture Aerospace as a Lead Aerospace Engineer, where they designed and patented a combustion chamber, developed a delta wing, and collaborated on the development of a new material. Most recently, in 2023, Sasha joined ARES Corporation as an Aerospace Systems Engineer. No end dates were provided for this role. Overall, Sasha's work experience demonstrates a strong background in engineering, project management, and leadership.

Sasha Mela's education history includes a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology, which was completed between 2014 and 2018. Additionally, during the same period, Sasha also pursued a Minor in Political Science and Government from the same institution. In 2021, Sasha began attending Front Range Community College, where they are currently working towards an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Computer Programming.

In terms of certifications, Sasha obtained the "Foundations of Project Management" certification from Coursera in March 2023.

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Timeline

  • Aerospace Systems Engineer

    July, 2023 - present