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  • 2023 High School Senior Scholarship

    The San Fernando Pacific Chapter, which represents the San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, and Hawaii, sponsors an annual essay scholarship contest for graduating high school seniors who plan on a career in a STEM field.

    For 2022 up to $2000 will be awarded in prizes. The total number and value of the awards will be determined based on the number of entries. To enter, students must submit a 500-to-600-word essay on the topic:

    Space debris, also known as space junk, refers to non-functional, human-made objects in space. It can range in size from small paint flecks to old, non-operational satellites. As space debris continues to grow, there is a greater threat to current operational satellites and human space missions. Come up with a plan or design a device to solve the problem of space debris. More information is available in the linked flier.

    All entries must be received by Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 11:59 pm PDT by email.

  • [ZOOM Meeting] The Skunk Works Approach to Innovation and Development

    Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 6:00pm PDT
    Guest Speaker: Mike Swanson

    Mike Swanson, Chief Engineer of the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®, will provide a view of how the Skunk Works® at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company executes programs. His presentation will focus on how the team fosters a culture of innovation to be successful.

    Mike Swanson retired from the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company in 2022. He worked for 30 years in the Advanced Development Programs organization, also known as the Skunk Works®. During his career, he worked on over 30 projects in various roles, ultimately leading the Chief Engineer organization for the Skunk Works®.

    Meeting ID: 860 0221 4560
    Passcode: 458088
  • 2022 High School Senior Scholarship - EXTENDED DEADLINE

    THE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO APRIL 30.

    The San Fernando Pacific Chapter, which represents the San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, and Hawaii, sponsors an annual essay scholarship contest for graduating high school seniors who plan on a career in a STEM field.

    For 2022 up to $2000 will be awarded in prizes. The total number and value of the awards will be determined based on the number of entries. To enter, students must submit a 500-to-600-word essay on the topic:

    Should the US return to the moon and train before going to Mars or go directly to Mars? Justify your choice. (Consider: What are some advantages and disadvantages of your choice? What would be the mission goals for your choice?)

    More information is available in the linked flier.

    All entries must be received by Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 11:59 pm PDT by email.

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