Lexi English
About Lexi English
Lexi English is a Flight Test Engineering Intern at Joby Aviation, with a background in aerospace engineering and a commitment to advancing technology for a zero-emissions future. She has held various engineering and leadership roles, including internships at multiple aerospace companies and positions in mentoring organizations.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Lexi English serves as a Flight Test Engineering Intern at Joby Aviation, where she has been contributing since 2021. In this role, she is involved in testing and evaluating electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Her work aligns with her passion for advancing technology towards a zero-emissions future, particularly in the field of aviation.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Prior to her current position, Lexi gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked at Collier Aerospace as an Aerospace Engineering Intern in 2020 for three months, and at StandardAero as an Engineering Intern in 2019 for one month. Additionally, she interned at Priester Aviation for three months in 2019. These roles provided her with practical knowledge and skills in aerospace engineering.
Education and Academic Background
Lexi English completed her Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2017 to 2021. She also attended New Trier High School District from 2013 to 2017. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in engineering and her commitment to advancing technology in aviation.
Leadership and Mentoring Roles
Lexi has held several leadership positions, including serving as the Internal Vice President of Women In Aerospace (Illinois) from 2019 to 2021 and as the Professional Chair in 2021. She has a strong commitment to mentoring and helping others achieve their potential, inspired by her own experiences with supportive mentors. This focus on mentorship is a key aspect of her professional philosophy.
Future Aspirations in Engineering
Lexi English has applied to graduate programs in Computational and Applied Fluid Mechanics, with plans to begin her studies in Fall 2022. She aspires to pave a better path for other engineers, particularly focusing on supporting women in engineering. Her future goals reflect her dedication to both personal advancement and the advancement of her peers in the engineering field.