Justin Kim

2908 Pepperlin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 | jmk.0558@gmail.com | (541)-360-8452

EDUCATION:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Aerospace Track Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2027
Ocean Lakes High School Virginia Beach, VA
Advanced Diploma, Math and Science Academy Graduate June 2023
● GPA: 3.59/4.00
EXPERIENCE:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Virginia Aerospace Science & Technology Scholars Hampton, VA
Radiation Specialist | Human Factors October 2021 – August 2022
● Apply engineering principles and astrophysics to astronautics
● Conceptualized a manned mission to Mars with Science & Surface Operations, Mission Transit, Publicity, and Mission
Integration
● Ensured radiation mitigation throughout mission elements and phases, habitat design & contamination control protocol
● Hosted and presented a panel to NASA Langley researchers
Private Pilot Ground School Hampton, VA
Participant September 2022 – November 2022
● Obtained knowledge and experience in the field of aviation
Virginia Earth Science Systems Scholars Hampton, VA
Participant October 2022 – April 2023
● Explored earth science principles to better understand Earth’s past, present, and future
● Deepened understanding of complex relationships between Earth’s four spheres
RESEARCH:____________________________________________________________________________________________
The Potential of Bio-Layer Radiation Shielding Virginia Beach, VA
Senior Project Design August 2022 – December 2022
● Expanded upon research done in the VASTS program via Cladosporium sphaerospermum, a radiotrophic fungi. Reduce
radiation exposure through a controlled terrarium ‘shield’ design.
● Outreach and communication with two professional researchers at Stanford in order to refine research plan
EMPLOYMENT:________________________________________________________________________________________
Chess Tutor Virginia Beach, VA
● Aided kids in advancing logic skills and pattern recognition July 2021 – September 2021
● Encouraged problem-solving and creative thinking through customizable chess variants
● Kept areas organized and clean
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS:____________________________________________________________________________
National Workplace Readiness Skills Certification (2020)
Autodesk Certified Professional (2022)
VSGC / ODU Private Pilot Ground School Certificate of Completion (2022)