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Aerospace Engineering Education for High School Students
SystemsGo is a proven innovative, project-based high school aerospace engineering curriculum that incorporates STEM, the industry R&D Loop, Socratic questioning, rocketry, and a culminating launch event. Founded to enhance education for better workforce development and ignite tomorrow's innovators, we specialize in developing critical/creative thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, perseverance, communication, and leadership skills. Our program empowers students to design and launch rockets capable of reaching 50,000 feet, with graduates now leading at NASA, SpaceX, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin.With over three decades of experience, we provide fully articulated engineering curricula, teacher training, classroom support, and launch infrastructure to schools across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Abu Dhabi UAE. Our team of retired aerospace engineers, educators, and industry professionals brings unparalleled expertise to every aspect of our program, ensuring students gain authentic engineering experiences that translate directly to STEM careers.
Services
Aerospace Engineering Curriculum
Rocket Design Training
Teacher Development Programs
Launch Event Support
STEM Workforce Development
Highlights and features
- We offer hands-on aerospace engineering projects with real rocket launches
- Our graduates work at NASA, SpaceX, and leading aerospace companies
- We provide complete curriculum packages with teacher training and support
- Our program includes White Sands Missile Range launch opportunities
- We develop workforce-ready STEM skills through industry-standard R&D processes
What people say
Hands-on learning
Career impact
Real rocket launches
Industry connections
Problem-solving skills
Services
Aerospace Engineering Curriculum
Our comprehensive engineering curriculum follows industry R&D standards, teaching students critical thinking and technical skills through hands-on rocket design projects. Students progress through sequential levels mastering CAD, propulsion systems, and flight dynamics while developing professional engineering documentation. The program culminates in designing and launching rockets to 50,000 feet at White Sands Missile Range with real scientific payloads.
Rocket Design Training
Students receive structured rocket design training covering aerodynamics, propulsion, and structural engineering principles. Through iterative design processes, they create flight vehicles using industry-standard CAD software and manufacturing techniques. The program emphasizes problem-solving through real-world challenges requiring mathematical modeling, prototype testing, and performance analysis to meet specific altitude and recovery requirements.
Teacher Development Programs
We provide comprehensive teacher training programs covering curriculum delivery, rocket science fundamentals, and engineering pedagogy. Educators learn to implement project-based learning strategies while receiving ongoing support for classroom implementation. The training includes technical workshops on CAD software, propulsion systems, and safety protocols for rocket launches.
Launch Event Support
Our professional launch events follow strict safety protocols with support from experienced aerospace engineers. Students prepare rockets for launch at designated sites including White Sands Missile Range, with technical oversight from industry professionals. The events include pre-launch inspections, flight operations, and post-flight analysis to industry standards.
STEM Workforce Development
The program develops workforce-ready STEM skills through real engineering challenges requiring teamwork, documentation, and technical communication. Students gain experience with industry-standard processes including design reviews, testing protocols, and project management. Graduates demonstrate proven capabilities in critical thinking and problem-solving valued by aerospace employers.
People
Doug Kimbrell
Board President
Retired telecommunications engineer with 28 years at Collins/Rockwell/Alcatel, former NASA engineering aide during Apollo program, and active RSO since 2009. Leads Fredericksburg Wingdingers Aero-Modelers RC club.
Gary Saucier
Secretary
Retired Raytheon Chief Engineer with 37 years defense electronics experience designing systems for F-16, F-22, and F-35 aircraft. Engineering Fellow and business leader with electrical engineering degree and MBA.
Steve Burow
Treasurer
Substation Maintenance Lineman at Central Texas Electric Co-op with 20+ years experience. Volunteer Range Safety Officer and Pad Chief at White Sands launches since 2011. Parent of two SystemsGo alumni working at SpaceX and US Navy.
Scott Netherland
Vice President
Retired Army Colonel with 27 years service including Space Operations roles. Holds aerospace engineering degrees from West Point and University of Texas. Former Executive Director of SystemsGo (2016-2022) with extensive launch operations experience.
Joyce Abbey
Board Member
NASA Knowledge Management expert with SAIC, recipient of NASA Exceptional Public Service Medal. Serves as 'Voice of SystemsGo' at launches and supports educational outreach initiatives. Holds leadership roles in Army Space Professionals Association.
Questions
What is SystemsGo's aerospace engineering program?
Our project-based curriculum teaches high school students rocket design, engineering principles, and STEM skills through hands-on projects ending with professional rocket launches.
How does SystemsGo prepare students for STEM careers?
We develop critical thinking, teamwork, and technical skills through real engineering challenges, with graduates working at NASA, SpaceX, and major aerospace companies.
What rocket launch opportunities exist for students?
Students design rockets launched at White Sands Missile Range, reaching 50,000 feet with scientific payloads, following industry-standard engineering processes.
What support do schools receive implementing the program?
We provide complete curriculum packages, teacher training, classroom resources, launch infrastructure, and ongoing technical support for successful program implementation.
How does the program incorporate industry standards?
Our curriculum follows the industry R&D Loop process used by professional engineers, with design reviews, testing protocols, and documentation requirements mirroring aerospace industry practices.
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