Emma Davis
Beta Technologies
Plattsburgh, NY USA
"If we even try to take a very small step to reduce emissions, eventually enough people will take a small step and that’s going to make an impact that’s going to have a difference."
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Advice for getting started
I recommend trying out different jobs or internships in order to figure out what you love. Pay attention to what you did and didn't like about those experiences. Then, once you narrow it down and find something you love, find someone in that field to help mentor you along your journey.
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical Engineering
Utah State University
Graduate Degree
Aerospace Engineering
Utah State University
Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
I’ve loved planes since I was a child.
2.
Growing up, I kept that passion for planes and knew that’s what I wanted to pursue as a career.
3.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and my master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Utah State University.
4.
After graduating, I got a job as a flight test engineer at Sikorsky, where I worked for about four years.
5.
I knew I wanted to be more in the forefront of aviation, so I started doing research and found Beta Technologies, which was focused on creating all-electric aircrafts.
6.
After visiting Beta Technologies, I jumped at the opportunity to join the team as a flight test engineer.
Defining Moments
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I've often been the only female engineer in the room, which led to struggling with imposter syndrome. I've just had to learn that you're going to make mistakes and that's expected. It doesn't mean you shouldn't be there.