Nicholas Foster | Autonomous Systems and Engineering

My portfolio with blog posts, fun projects, and more.

About

I’m a student at LeTourneau University pursuing a degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems. I have a passion for combining aviation with engineering to solve problems.

Work Experience

2025

Worked with children from ages 7-16 in a day camp environment helping to teach about engineering, aviation, and other sciences.

LeTourneau University, Longview, TX

2025

Apprentice Electrician

Installed and maintained electrical equipment for projects in the residential, commercial, and oilfield industry while maintaining safety standards.

Alliance Electric, Longview, TX

2024

Engineering Internship

Assisted in the design and optimization of equipment for a composite pipe manufacturing facility.

Operated heavy equipment to facilitate the relocation of a pipe manufacturing facility to a new location with minimal downtime.

Composite Pipe Technology, Kilgore, TX

Education

2024 – Now

BS in Unmanned Aircraft Systems

LeTourneau University, Longview, TX

3.9 Cumulative GPA

Certifications

2025

FAA Part 107 sUAS Pilot Certificate

2025

FAA Private Pilot Certificate ASEL

Awards

2024-2025

LeTourneau University Presidential Scholarship

2024-2025

LeTourneau University President’s List

2024

Texas FFA Lonestar Degree