Terik Weekes

Terik Weekes has a diverse work experience in the aerospace industry. Terik started their career as an Industrial Co-Op Student at Honeywell Aerospace, where they assisted in organizing and planning inventory and documented processes. Terik then worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where they conducted wind tunnel experiments and tested propulsion and weather systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Moving on, Weekes joined DynaWerks Technologies as a Systems Engineer, where they designed, built, and flight tested a hurricane research UAV. Terik also created mold sets and integrated prototype aircraft. Terik later returned to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as an Undergraduate Researcher, focusing on testing and modifying the GALE UAS's aerostructures and components.

Weekes then joined Airware as a UAV Systems Engineer, specializing in mechanical and flight test engineering. Terik supported the integration of payloads, sensors, and software into commercial drone applications. Currently, they are working at Elroy Air as the Chief Engineer, overseeing the company's engineering projects.

In addition to their career in aerospace, Weekes also serves as a Board Member for the A to Z Medical Excellence Scholarship organization.

Terik Weekes received a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which they attended from 2008 to 2012. Prior to that, they studied at Desert Vista High School, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. Additionally, Terik obtained the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification from the FAA in November 2016.