FY25 SWE-LA Executive Council

SWE-LA Involvement5+ years in SWE-LA
FY19 – 20 | PDC Committee & Collegiate Committee
FY21 | Collegiate Outreach Chair
FY22 | VP of Outreach
FY23 -FY25 | President
CompanyThe Boeing Company
Job TitleMission Systems Engineer
CollegeUniversity of California Irvine
University of Southern California
Degree(s)B.S. Chemical Engineering – 2019
M.S. Systems Architecture Engineering | Specialization in AI & Neural Networks – 2024
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI absolutely love that SWE gives women in STEM & allies a platform to share their journey and continue to inspire others! <3

Hi there! I am a third generation, Japanese American, female, Mission Systems Engineer with experience in Systems Architecture Engineering, ConOps Development, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Affordability Project Engineering. I enjoy connecting with others, being involved and volunteering for women in STEM and Asian American platforms in hopes to inspire the next generation of #stem and #apida (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) leaders.

SWE-LA Involvement4+ years in SWE-LA
FY21 – 24 | Scholarship Committee
FY22 – 24 | Graduate Academia Chair
FY24 | Secretary
CompanyUniversity of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Job TitlePh.D. Candidate
CollegeUCLA
Degree(s)B.S. Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology – 2020
Environmental Engineering Minor – 2020
M.S. Civil & Environmental Engineering – 2021
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI love all the small world moments and how it’s a lifelong family of empowering women that stays constant no matter where our careers take us! <3

I’m a first-generation college student with a passion for mentorship and all things interdisciplinary, and I hope to pursue a career in academia! Outside of the lab / classroom, you’ll often find me on board public transit – I love going on food adventures with loved ones, pogo-sticking, attending my favorite dance cardio workout, and staying active in the sustainability community! :’)

SWE-LA Involvement1 year in SWE-LA
FY24 | Tours Chair
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleCommunication Systems Engineer
CollegeCalifornia State Long Beach (B.S.)
University of California, Los Angeles (M.S.)
Degree(s)B.S. Chemical Engineering – 2020
M.S. Electrical Engineering – 2023
Favorite thing(s) about SWEThe women I meet, helping others on their journey, and learning from the boars and our members!

I am a freelance fashion designer. I am also an artist, and love exploring the mediums of fiber/fabric and oil painting. I also love gardening!

SWE-LA Involvement4+ years in SWE-LA
FY24 | K-12 Outreach Committee
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleSystems Test Engineer
CollegeUniversity of Arizona
Degree(s)B.S. Chemical Engineering – 2021
M.S. Optical Sciences & Engineering – 2023
Ph.D. Optical Sciences & Eng. – 2025
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI love being able to connect with fellow female engineers! I love showing little girls what women are capable of when we set our minds to things. The sense of community that SWE harbors, and the opportunities it provides are incredible.

I’m an avid lover of all things space & exploration related! I love to read, play soccer and golf, train in krav maga, volunteer at the SPCA-LA, and discover new gluten free recipes! I also have a service dog named Stella & a rescue dog named Kuiper.

SWE-LA Involvement10 years in SWE-LA
FY18 – 19 | Professional Development Conference Chair
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleSenior Staff Systems Engineer
CollegePurdue University (B.S.)
University of Southern California (M.S.)
Degree(s)B.S. Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering – 2005
M.S. Astronautical Engineering – 2007
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI love the constant reunion feel, and the connection SWE gives me an excuse to keep with college friends (and even roommates). I’m always honored to inspire and maintain passion in engineering, sharing with others often reminds me why I love what I do.

I’m an avid traveler: 50 states, 37 National Parks, 43 countries, and 6 continents with a replan for Antarctica in work. Living in the UK almost 4 years definitely helped.

The book club I’ve belonged to for over 15 years is somehow ~½ women engineers, without even trying 😁

FY25 SWE-LA Chairs

SWE-LA Involvement1 year in SWE-LA
FY24 | Committee Member
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleSoftware Engineer
CollegeMorgan State University
Degree(s)B.S. Computer Science – 2023
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI love being around a group of like-minded women who are committed to giving back to the community and pulling as they climb

I play volleyball! I also serve as the Programs Chair for the National Society of Black Engineers Los Angeles Chapter and Vice President of the Ghana Association of Southern California.

SWE-LA Involvement2 Years in SWE-LA
CompanyUniversity of California, Los Angeles
Job TitlePh.D. Student
CollegeScripps College (B.A.)
UCLA (M.S., Ph.D.)
Degree(s)B.A. Chemistry – 2019
M.S. Chemistry – 2022
Ph.D. Chemistry – Ongoing
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI love the community! Going to a historically all women’s college for undergrad made me miss the community of amazing women I was surrounded by here at UCLA. SWE transported me back to that community I had at Scripps, and I am forever grateful. My fellow SWE members have become some of my closest friends in grad school too :)

I love teaching and learning more about pedagogy so have taken many teaching courses at UCLA and have even taught two of my own classes! Outside of school, I love spending time outside, going for walks, hikes, and runs, as well as spending time with my loved ones. I also love to read and watch a good show or movie.

SWE-LA Involvement7 years in SWE-LA
FY24 | K-12 Outreach Committee Member
CompanyMillennium Space Systems: A Boeing Company
Job TitleSenior Spacecraft Systems Engineer
CollegeCal Poly Pomona (B.S.)
Pennsylvania State University (M.E.)
George Washington University (D.Eng)
Degree(s)B.S. Electronics & Computer Eng. Tech – 2015
M.E. Systems Engineering – 2021
D.Eng. Engineering Management – 2026 (Expected)
Favorite thing(s) about SWEThe way SWE empowers, motivates, and inspires current and the next generation of engineers.  I love how SWE allows us to share and learn from each other’s challenges, achievements, and personal journeys.

I dance! I am currently training in various dance styles, my strength being Latin dancing, particularly Bachata, in which I have won both national and world championships. I also love the outdoors: hiking and camping. Once in a while you’ll also find me traveling to different countries or states.

SWE-LA Involvement1 year in SWE-LA
CompanySeeking full-time employment, currently employed part time at Moorpark College
Job TitleSeeking full-time employment, currently employed part time as a Peer Mentor for a cohort of Bio-technology students at Moorpark College
CollegeCalifornia State University Long Beach (CSULB)
Degree(s)B.S. Biomedical Engineering – 2024
Favorite thing(s) about SWEMy favorite thing about SWE is the incredible community of women with technical backgrounds who inspire, support, and empower each other. It’s amazing to be part of a network that fosters personal and professional growth while making engineering more inclusive.

I love staying active and connected with nature through hobbies like spelunking, kayaking, and exploring tide pools. Traveling fuels my curiosity for new cultures and landscapes, while cooking lets me bring a taste of my adventures back home.

SWE-LA Involvement2 years in SWE-LA
FY22 – 23 | PDC Committee
CompanyHoneybee Robotics
Job TitleElectrical Engineer
CollegeHarvey Mudd College
Johns Hopkins University
Degree(s)B.S. Engineering – 2022
M.S. Electrical & Computer Engineering – 2027
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI joined my college’s SWE chapter and absolutely loved the community and eventually went onto becoming my chapter’s event coordinator. After graduating, I wanted to meet new people and continue being in SWE so I joined SWE-LA! It’s been a great way to meet ambitious, successful, and inspirational female engineers around the LA area and connect with them through fun activities like hiking events and tea time :)

I love learning new skills and hobbies! I swim on Caltech’s Masters team, love to climb, hike, run, hip hop dance, cycle, snowboard, and scuba dive! I also love reading, journaling and traveling — I have been to Indonesia, Mexico, Japan, Costa Rica and South Korea. This year I have plans to go to Iceland and Switzerland! Recently, I’ve been getting into learning languages like American Sign Language, DJ-ing, guitar, and pottery.

SWE-LA Involvement2 Years in SWE-LA
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleSr. Manager, Employee Experience
CollegeUniversity of California, Irvine
Degree(s)B.S. Electrical Engineering
B.A. Studio Arts
Favorite thing(s) about SWESWE LA has given me the opportunity to meet and interact with many women professionals all over the LA area, with similar backgrounds to me. I enjoy learning about what they do and their background. I feel like I can be myself and surround myself among amazing, smart, talented women.

I have done the Malibu Triathlon, LA Marathon, been on the 1vs100 gameshow, and can extreme coupon. I love getting great deals at Costco, Walgreens, and happy hours. I have studied abroad in Japan at the Tokyo Institute of Technology under the Automobile and Robotics division for one year. I also recently inherited a timeshare in Waikiki this year – can’t wait to use it! If you love traveling, let me know. I always enjoy hearing lessons learned and how to pack like a minimalist.

SWE-LA Involvement1 year in SWE-LA
CompanyNorthrop Grumman
Job TitleSupply Chain Planning Specialist
CollegeHarvey Mudd College
University of California, Los Angeles
Degree(s)B.S. Engineering – 2022
M.S. Engineering Management – 2026
Favorite thing(s) about SWEI served as my college’s SWE President and really enjoyed building the community and helping students navigate the professional space. I love all the networking and career opportunities that SWE offers to women.

I’m Taiwanese American and I have a food blog called BokJoyEats where I showcase plant-based recipes and finds in LA! I like to stay active by going to the gym or playing fitness games on my VR headset like Racket Club or Supernatural. I’m also an avid traveler whether it be smaller trips in SoCal or internationally. So far, I’ve been to Canada, Taiwan, Japan, Portugal, United Kingdom, and Andorra and I hope to grow this list!

SWE-LA Involvement15 Years in SWE-LA
Former PDC Chair
CompanyRaytheon
Job TitleDirector of Operations
CollegeArizona State University (B.S.)
University of Washington (M.S. MechE)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.S., MBA)
Degree(s)B.S. Mechanical Engineering – 2001
M.S. Mechanical Engineering – 2003
M.S. Systems Engineering – 2009
Master of Business Administration – 2009
Favorite thing(s) about SWEThe community. I have made and maintained a large number of friends through my 27 years in SWE. I also like the ability to help the newer generations as so many others helped me. 

Travel (I have been to all 50 states, all 7 continents and 94 countries), I love trying new things and having new experiences.

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SWE-LA Involvement2 Years in SWE-LA
FY23 – 24 | Marketing Chair
CompanyBoeing
Job TitleAstrodynamicist
CollegeVirginia Tech
Degree(s)B.S. Aerospace Engineering – 2022
Favorite thing(s) about SWEMeeting new friends and getting re-inspired for greatness!

I love to read, mostly fantasy books, and be active! I like hiking, paddleboarding, and I am part of an F45 gym. I love drinking tea and finding new blends. I have a dog named Poppy and a foster dog named Prue (let me know if you want to adopt her :)), so I spend a lot of time hanging out and playing with them!

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