Boston Cleek

14090 W. 70th Drive

Arvada, CO 80004
boston.cleek@colorado.edu
303-913-2049
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October 15, 2017
Re: Application for Mechanical Engineering Intern Req ID: 404846BR

To Whom is may concern:

I have been following Lockheed Martins involvement with NASAs space exploration
missions for many years. The opportunity to work for this cutting edge company with a
team of highly skilled and knowledgeable engineers and scientists designing and
developing systems for space travel and exploration is my life goal. I am passionate
about designing, testing, and fabricating the future equipment for Mars and space
exploration. Lockheed Martin caught my attention as a young student when I started to
learn about Mars landers. After learning about this position through a job search on the
Lockheed Martin website, I know I can significantly contribute to this team and project
while also enhancing my engineering skills through this opportunity.

I have experience as a Teaching Assistant in a physiology lab using Excel and Microsoft
Office programs. I helped student take measurements, set up lab testing equipment,
and run statistical analysis on results. In my free time, I design, build, and program
robots. I am currently working on a dynamic machine capable of a segway form of
locomotion that has image recognition capabilities. Currently, the robot uses computer
vision to detect a ball and uses servos to position a camera that is able to track the ball.
I am working on writing a control algorithm, which will allow the robot to balance and
move in any direction on two wheels. It is currently using a kalman filter to process data
from a gyroscope and accelerometer that will help the robot know the lean angles for
travel.

I have developed interpersonal and communication skills through my experiences as

part of a powerlifting team and as an athletic trainer. As a team member I encouraged
athletes to compete and inspired them to reach personal goals through weightlifting and
outside of training. As an athletic trainer I emphasized how weightlifting goals can
transcend into career, relationship, and even daily achievements.

It is clear that Lockheed Martin will rely on a Mechanical Engineer that has Microsoft
Office skills, 3D modeling experience, passionate about space exploration, and
excellent communication skills. I have recently been part of a team that designed and
fabricated a drone. The entire drone was modeled using CAD software. During the
construction many procedure tests were performed to ensure the mechanical system
operated correctly. This included structural examination of materials, design intent
analysis, and analysis of possible interfering parts. The team also performed equipment
tests to learn how fabrication techniques can be used to optimize the construction
process.
I am excited about the prospect of joining Lockheed Martin and contributing to your
effectiveness in space exploration. I welcome further discussion about my qualifications
and am available for interviewing at your convenience. Please feel free to contact me
via email boston.cleek@colorado.edu or (303) 913-2049.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,
Boston Cleek