Cole Zenker
About Cole Zenker
Cole Zenker is an Aero/Flight Sciences Engineer I at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he also served as a Lead Undergraduate Research Assistant and contributed to UAV design and testing.
Current Role as Aero/Flight Sciences Engineer I
Cole Zenker currently holds the position of Aero/Flight Sciences Engineer I at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to projects in Roseville, California. His work involves applying principles of aeronautical engineering to various defense and security solutions.
Previous Experience at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Prior to his current role, Cole Zenker worked as a Software Development Intern at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in 2020. During this four-month internship in Folsom, California, he gained valuable experience in software development, which has informed his subsequent work in aeronautical engineering.
Education in Aerospace Engineering
Cole Zenker studied Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2015 to 2019. His education provided a strong foundation in aeronautical principles and practices, which he has applied in his professional career.
Capstone Project on HALE UAV Design
During his time at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Cole Zenker participated in a senior capstone project focused on the design, build, and testing of High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This project allowed him to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges in aeronautical engineering.
Research Assistant Experience at Embry-Riddle
Cole Zenker served as a Lead Undergraduate Research Assistant at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from 2016 to 2020. In this role, he focused on various aeronautical research projects, enhancing his understanding of the field and contributing to the academic community.