NASA Engineer Christopher Morris believes that failure is a good opportunity to learn. It’s all part of the day-to-day work that solves problems and moves research forward.
“Learn what went wrong and why, then go back and make the next attempt more successful,” said Morris.
As a mechanical test engineer in the Propulsion Systems Laboratory, Morris is part of a team that tests new and advanced aircraft engines using the latest innovations in technology.
Before graduating from the University of Akron with a mechanical engineering degree, Morris secured an internship at NASA Glenn, working in all the major wind tunnels for aeronautic research.
“I enjoyed being part of a larger team that contributed to NASA missions, so I was very glad when I had the opportunity to work at Glenn after graduation,” said Morris.
He believes that if you are interested in engineering while in school, you should join a club or extracurricular activity. “I joined a robotics competition team and was inspired to go into engineering after working with the mentor on the team project,” Morris said.
Morris looks at his work with NASA through a very wide lens. “Being a NASA engineer means working to benefit humankind.”
