1. Robyn Walker
15 Russet House
Birch Park, Huntington
York, YO31 9PN
+44 (0) 7712183523
walker74656@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/robyn-walker
Career Profile
Enthusiastic and friendly, with a keen eye for detail and quality. Trained to a high and discerning
standard on several varied practical techniques. During my degree, I have worked with larger teams
on more detailed projects, honed my time management to work efficiently on several assignments at
once, and built the essential knowledge and experience of design tools which will allow me to work
on the creation of systems. Knowledge and experience of repair provides me with an invaluable
insight into the life cycle of a product once it is in practical use - advantageous to a company
wanting to create robust and repairable systems, built to last. Looking for a similarly enthusiastic
and result-driven team working environment.
Education
2013–present Masters Degree in Avionics, University of York, Predicted a high 2:1.
Modules cover areas such as Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics (including programming
and communications) and a main focus on Control Engineering.
Flight Control Understand and describe fundamental behaviour of longitudinal and
lateral dynamics in fixed-wing aircraft; apply control systems analysis and design methods
in formulation and implementation of simple flight control laws.
Exam result 80%
Design and Construction Work in teams of 6. Analyse product requirements; derive
specifications; design and construct the product; demonstrate knowledge in reports and
presentations; understand the problems associated with environmental issues relating to
product design, including low power design.
Overall result 80%
Software Engineering (SWEng) Group project of 9 people. Created a pseudo-company
"Woolly Hat Software"; created a presentation software with which to advertise optional
academic modules. During this task, I was Marketing Manager, involving the creation,
distribution and evaluation of surveys and marketing materials. Also worked with the
rest of the team on quality assurance, company liaising and XML coding. My personal
feedback included "Robyn was a very effective Marketing Manager... [she] has done
an excellent job... The marketing surveys are extremely well formulated, analysed and
discussed, leading to sensible... informative conclusions to aid product development."
Overall result 76%
Master thesis
title Closed-loop Autopilot for Aerial Photography
supervisors Dr Andrew Pomfret, Mr Tim Clarke
description The creation in simulation of a closed-loop autopilot system for a fixed-wing drone
completing pre-programmed aerial photography runs, and correcting for external
stimuli, such as changes or gusts in wind.
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2. Relevant Work Experience
2009–2013 Avionics Apprentice, Defence Support Group (DSG), RAF Sealand, (Now DECA).
Completed a full apprenticeship, the academic side of which was undertaken at the Engi-
neering department of Deeside College. Detailed achievements include:
BTEC National Diploma in Engineering Grade Distinction*Distinction*, top of class;
PEO Level 2 (NVQ) in Engineering Practices;
Standard Based Training (owned by DSG, not accredited) in many areas of practical
electronics, including but not limited to:
- "Human Factors" and "Continuing Air Worthiness" Training;
- Electronic and PCB repair;
- Systems training (eg Advanced RADAR Techniques, Autopilot Systems, etc);
- Engine Overhaul;
Year 1 of an HNC in Electronics at Glyndwr University.
Other Work Experience
2014–present Student Ambassador, University of York.
Employed to advertise the University and Electronics Department to prospective students
and their parents, including:
Providing an informative tour, and enthusiastic glance into University life,
Detailing my own experiences of lectures, workshops and labs, and explaining current
research in a friendly and accessible way,
Giving tailored information, answering questions and guiding to the correct authority if
there is anything that I can not answer myself.
Helping to reassure students and alleviate any concerns before their interview.
Computer skills
LaTeX Excellent working knowledge Excel Good working knowledge
SIMetrix Good working knowledge VHDL Good working knowledge
MatLab Basic knowledge CProgramming Basic knowledge
Java Basic knowledge
Interests and Achievements
2013-2014 Secretary, Society for Women in Engineering at York (SWEY).
Founding member, involved in advertising the society to students and writing to companies
for information on their "Women in Engineering" groups.
2014-2016 External Contact, Supporting Women in Engineering at York (SWEY).
Involved in keeping in touch with interested companies and organising events.
2014-present Volunteer Demonstrator, Electronics Department, University of York.
Complete the lab activity beforehand, and aid the coordinator by answering questions and
helping with software during the sessions.
2014-present Volunteer Speaker, Electronics Department, University of York.
Run events in which we go into Primary Schools to talk about how amazing and diverse
Engineering can be. Studies have shown that children need to have a vague knowledge of
engineering before they’re 11 to improve the chances that they will pursue it as a career. I
have (so far) taught four sessions in primary schools.
References
Available upon request
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