Understanding Robotics and Automation in Aviation

Deena visits Textron Aviation to learn about robotics and automation in the aviation industry. She meets Stacy, an automation engineer, who explains her role in making airplane manufacturing safer and more efficient. Stacy shares her career journey and offers advice for students interested in robotics, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience and soft skills. The video highlights the significance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity in engineering.

What is the primary focus of Textron Aviation?

• Designing and manufacturing cars

• Designing and manufacturing aircraft

• Providing financial services

• Developing software solutions

What are the three main problems that automation engineers at Textron Aviation aim to solve?

• Cost, speed, and efficiency

• Safety, quality, and ergonomics

• Design, marketing, and sales

• Innovation, creativity, and design

What percentage of Stacy's time is spent on finding solutions and testing them on a computer?

• 70%

• 60%

• 80%

• 50%

Which skills did Stacy develop in high school that are still useful in her career today?

• Programming and coding

• Woodworking, shop, and welding

• Graphic design and art

• Public speaking and communication

What degree did Stacy earn to become an automation engineer?

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Computer Science

• Engineering Technology with a focus on Mechatronics

What extracurricular activity is recommended for students interested in automation engineering?

• Art club

• Robotics club

• Drama club

• Music band

What opportunity does Textron Aviation offer to high school students?

• Volunteer programs

• Online courses

• Paid summer internships

• Unpaid internships

What are soft skills according to the video?

• Technical skills and knowledge

• Mathematical skills and logic

• Being on time and a good team player

• Artistic skills and creativity

Why is failure considered a positive aspect in engineering?

• It reduces the need for innovation

• It is not considered positive

• It helps in assessing and improving products

• It leads to immediate success

What historical example is used to illustrate the importance of embracing failure?

• The discovery of electricity

• The creation of the internet

• The Wright brothers' development of airplanes

• The invention of the telephone