Mikaela Frichtel
About Mikaela Frichtel
Mikaela Frichtel is an Engineering Program Manager at Skydio, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in electrical engineering, with previous roles at Apple and various positions at the University of California, Berkeley.
Work at Skydio
Mikaela Frichtel has been employed at Skydio as an Engineering Program Manager since 2022. In this role, she oversees engineering projects and coordinates between various teams to ensure successful project execution. Her experience in program management allows her to effectively manage timelines, resources, and deliverables within the organization.
Previous Experience at Apple
Before joining Skydio, Mikaela Frichtel worked at Apple as a System Electrical Engineer from 2021 to 2022. In this position, she contributed to the design and development of electrical systems, applying her technical skills in a high-paced environment. Additionally, she held the role of Electrical Engineering Intern at Apple in 2020 for two months, gaining valuable experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Mikaela Frichtel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, completing her studies from 2017 to 2020. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Teaching and Mentorship Roles
Mikaela Frichtel has held several teaching and mentorship positions at the University of California, Berkeley. She served as a Teaching Assistant for Electrical Engineering 16B for four months in 2019 and was the Head Lab Teaching Assistant for the same course from 2020 to 2021 for one year. Additionally, she worked as a Lab Assistant for Electrical Engineering 16B from 2018 to 2019 for nine months, contributing to the education of engineering students.
Involvement in Professional Organizations
Mikaela Frichtel was actively involved with the Society of Women Engineers as a Public Relations Committee Member from 2017 to 2018 during her time at UC Berkeley. This role allowed her to engage with the engineering community and promote initiatives that support women in engineering fields. Furthermore, she participated in Pioneers in Engineering as an Electrical Engineer from 2017 to 2018, where she contributed to engineering outreach programs.