Kara Walker is a highly experienced thermal engineer and analyst currently working at Sierra Space since June 2021. Prior experience includes a long tenure at Sierra Nevada Corporation from August 2013 to May 2021, where Kara served as lead thermal analyst for the Thermal Protection System of the Dream Chaser vehicle, conducting comprehensive 3D thermal analyses. Previous roles include Mechanical Engineer II and Project Manager at Advanced Cooling Technologies, where innovative thermal management solutions were developed for aerospace and defense industries, and a Mechanical Engineer I/Test Officer position at Jacobs Technology focused on unmanned ground vehicles. Kara’s career began with a research internship at the Northeast Indiana Innovation Center, supporting biomedical clients. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Indiana Institute of Technology, earned in 2006.
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