Grace Lynch
About Grace Lynch
Grace Lynch is a Flight Control Systems Mechanical Engineer at Boom Supersonic, with a background in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Princeton University. She has experience in various engineering roles, including project management at Engineers Without Borders and internships at CERN and Hybrid Social Solutions.
Work at Boom
Grace Lynch has been employed at Boom Supersonic as a Flight Control Systems Mechanical Engineer since 2017. In this role, she contributes to the development and optimization of flight control systems, focusing on enhancing the performance and safety of supersonic aircraft. Her work involves applying mechanical engineering principles to ensure the reliability and efficiency of flight operations.
Education and Expertise
Grace Lynch earned a Bachelor of Science and Engineering degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she applies in her current and previous roles. This academic experience supports her technical skills in systems engineering and project management.
Background
Prior to her current position, Grace Lynch held various internships and project management roles. She worked as a Project Manager for Engineers Without Borders USA, focusing on projects in Kuria West, Kenya, from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she interned at CERN in 2015, where she was part of the Magnet, Superconductor, Cryostats Group. Her diverse background includes international experience in engineering and project management.
Achievements
Grace Lynch participated in a company dragon boat team, achieving 4th place out of 90 teams. In her engineering roles, she contributed to significant projects, including the development of a Simulink dynamic model for a submarine fuel cell system and leading the analysis for electronic relief valve sizing. She also supported model development for the Orion space program, demonstrating her technical capabilities and collaborative skills.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her work at Boom Supersonic, Grace Lynch is currently a Systems Engineering Intern at United Technologies, focusing on Space Systems. She also serves as the Head Writing Center Fellow at Princeton University Writing Center, a position she has held since 2015. In these roles, she engages in technical writing and mentoring, further enhancing her communication and leadership skills.