Sharlyn Tijerina

Sharlyn Tijerina is a dedicated engineering professional currently serving as a Mission & Autonomy Engineer at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company since January 2024. Previously, Sharlyn held roles as a Mechanical and Systems Engineer at Boeing, and as a Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer at Millennium Space Systems. Sharlyn's experience includes participating in the Engineering Career Foundational Program at Boeing specializing in systems engineering and supporting spacecraft structural integrity for the Space Launch System. Earlier career contributions as a Fracture Mechanical Analyst Co-op at Boeing involved thermodynamic and fluid analysis for the International Space Station. Sharlyn's work at NASA RASCAL highlighted skills in mechanical design and project management. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Houston.