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Our alumni span the globe, and their accomplishments and involvement are critical to helping us move the department forward. There are many ways for Aerospace Engineering alumni to stay connected.
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If you are an alumnus or alumna and would like to get on our mailing list, set up a visit, give us some news for the newsletter or just say hi, please contact us. Email Shelly Yee.
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
Watch Department’s Videos and Lectures
Stay informed about the research and expertise of Michigan Engineering, and make connections with its faculty and students.
- Explore Aerospace Research videos
- Watch Aerospace lectures on-demand
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
VOLUNTEER
Whether you’re on-campus or on the other side of the world, you can meet other alumni, and most importantly, make a difference in the lives of Michigan Engineering students.

Share Your Journey
Our students would greatly benefit academically if you share information about your career journey and your vision for aerospace engineering. Below is a list of suggested questions that may be helpful to begin writing. Please include a short bio and a picture, emailed to Shelly Yee.
- What is your educational background, and how did you decide to study engineering?
- What was your first job in industry?
- What is the most challenging part of your job?
- Which person in the field has inspired you the most? In what ways?
- Do you have any advice for students studying aerospace engineering?
- What would you say have been the greatest advances of the last decade in aerospace engineering?
- What is your vision of the future of aerospace engineering?
- Are there any special projects that you are working on that you’d like to tell the students about?
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
Be a Guest Speaker
Present a special lecture at our Friday afternoon Aerospace Enterprise undergraduate seminar series or our Thursday Chair’s Distinguished Lecture graduate student series. Both courses have an average of 125 students enrolled. Contact Professor of Practice George Halow for the Aerospace Enterprise seminar. Contact Department Chair, Dr. Tony Waas for the Chair’s Distinguished Lecture.
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
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Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
VISIT US
Alumni are always welcome back to campus to visit former faculty and staff or get a tour of our facilities. Prior to your arrival, please be sure to complete our tour request form.
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
Come Back for Homecoming
Michigan Engineering Homecoming Weekend is the perfect opportunity to come back to campus and reconnect with friends and former faculty. Interact with student teams, visit your department, attend the alumni board meeting and tailgate before the big game.
Aero Project 9: Next Generation Space Propulsion Testing
Faculty mentor: Prof. Benjamin Jorns
Prerequisites:
- Hands-on project work in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Programming experience in MatLab and LabView.
Description:
The purpose of this project is to assist the faculty mentor and his graduate students in a series of experimental campaigns planned over the summer. The goal is to perform performance and plasma measurements for several new electric thruster concepts under development at Plasmadynamics and Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Tasks may include probe construction, data analysis, or thruster development.
Research Mode: TBD
CONNECT WITH MICHIGAN AEROSPACE ALUMNI
The mission of the Society is to use the talents and resources of the graduates of the Aerospace Department to provide opportunities for networking, mentoring, recruiting and communicating – all in the interest of contributing to the overall success, excellence and reputation of the Department.
Contact Aero Alumni Society: corey.g.brooker@lmco.com
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