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Meet: William Stinson
Technical Integration Engineering
with International Space Station
NASA Kennedy Space Center
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Who I am and What I do
Hi, my name is William Stinson. I am a Technical Integration Engineer
for the International Space Station (ISS). I help direct key projects
for the build out of the ISS. In the past I have worked as a management
intern with the Center Director of Kennedy Space Center Roy Bridges. He
is an astronaut from the early shuttle days who has logged 188 hours in
space since 1981. With his assistance I have learned how the entire space
center operates in order to test and launch components that would serve
the ISS in various capacities.
How Did I Get Here
I graduated from Evans High School in Orlando in 1982, then soon after
went on to college at the University of Florida in Gainesville, graduating
in April of 1988 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Sciences
and Aerospace Engineering. After graduating from the University of Florida,
I started to work for NASA. While at NASA, they graciously sent me to
the University of Central Florida where I earned my Master's degree in
Mechanical Engineering. Then in June of 1993 I went on to The Florida
Institute of Technology in Melbourne, where I received a second Masters
degree in Engineering Management.
Personal Information
I was born in Miami in 1964 to William Sr. and Nyra. I enjoy fitness activities,
biking, SCUBA diving, skiing, and travel.
Influences
The Space Program has been a big influence in my life. Working here has
enabled me to work in an exciting industry, which has given me a career
to be proud of. I've always pursued areas, which have captured my interest.
Goals and Future Plans
I love working here at Kennedy Space Center and plan on staying here for
a long time to come. My main goal is to help KSC and the entire space
industry excel into the future by working in key areas that will advance
the space program.
Advice
My advice to students is to find a career that you love and have the most
interest in. Above all stay focused on your goals and follow what is best
for you, in the long run it will pay off!
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