Khristian J.

Khristian J. is an experienced aerospace engineer currently serving as an Interiors Engineer II- Project Engineer for the Boeing 737 Fleet at United Airlines since May 2022. As a co-founder of the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship and a 2019 Brooke Owens Fellow, Khristian is actively involved in promoting diversity and mentorship in the aerospace sector. Previous roles include Associate Material Test Engineer at Virgin Galactic and Materials and Process Engineer at The Spaceship Company. Khristian has also contributed to STEM education by mentoring students through the SEEDS program at Wichita State University and conducting research as an Undergraduate Researcher for the NASA JumpStart Program. A graduate of Wichita State University with a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering, and a high school diploma from Plainfield North High School, Khristian has demonstrated a commitment to advancing aerospace engineering and inspiring future generations in STEM.