My Expertise
Education
Current
PhD Aerospace Engineering Candidate
Georgia Tech. Graduate Research Assistant at the Aerospace Systems Design Lab.
Thesis dissertation: Designing a flexibility framework in python with real options analysis for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on-orbit servicing infrastructures, integrating environmental considerations, space congestion, space policy, orbital mechanics, and economic factors to support a circular economy in space. Proposing novel collection-as-a-service CONOPs featuring warehouses at parking orbits. Authored paper and presenting at AIAA SciTech Forum 2025. Read "Collection-as-a-Service to Incentivize On-Orbit Servicing in LEO" on ARC
2020 - 2022
M.S. Aerospace Engineering
Georgia Tech. 4.0 Cumulative GPA. Graduate Research Assistant at the Aerospace Systems Design Lab
2016 - 2020
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Rutgers University. Minor in English. 3.738 GPA. Summa Cum Laude with Highest Honors.
Honors
Matthew Isakowitz Fellow, 2021
The Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship is a highly selective fellowship program that connects exceptional individuals with internships, mentors, and an incredible network in the commercial spaceflight sector. Learn more about the fellowship here
Rutgers University Alumni-Industry Scholarship, 2018
Full tuition scholarship for academic excellence and community impact. Coordinated professional development and networking events for engineering students.
Boeing Leadership Award Scholarship, 2018
Bestowed by the Rutgers School of Engineering for Leadership Excellence
Science Ambassador Scholarship, 2017 & 2018
Runner-up finalist in 2018 and top ten finalist in 2017
Arete Scholarship, 2015
Bestowed by the New Jersey Hall of Fame
C-SPAN StudentCam Winner, 2011-2016
Six-time winner of the national documentary competition. See the winning documentaries on my YouTube channel
GSSPA Bob Stevens Scholarship, 2016
New Jersey Journalism Scholarship for HS Seniors
Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Program, 2016
The 2016 New Jersey Representative for the national journalism fellowship
Skills
Coding
MATLAB
Python
VBA
Linux
C++
CAD, CAM & FEA
Siemens NX 11 & Teamcenter
SolidWorks
Inventor
AutoCAD
ANSYS
Abaqus
LS-Dyna
MasterCam
Manufacturing
Manual Mill & CNC Mill
Lathe
Carbon Fiber Lay-Ups
3D Printing
Data Analysis
JMP Statistical Analysis
Excel
MoTeC
Design
Advanced Design Methods
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Design for 3D Printed Components (SLA, FDM, PBF)
Digital Media
Video & Photo
Adobe Creative Cloud Software
Final Cut Pro
Interpersonal
Technical Writing
Public Speaking
Project Management
2
Degrees
6
Internships
4
Years on Formula SAE
4
Years as a Graduate Research Assistant
My Experience
Relativity Space
Two mechanical engineering internships in the Aeon-R Turbomachinery department, Summer 2022 and Fall 2023.
Redwire Space
Mechanical Engineering Intern for the Archinaut satellite, Summer 2021
Lockheed Martin
Systems Engineering Intern, Rotary Mission Systems, Command & Decision, Summer 2020.
Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems
Propulsion & Systems Engineering, Antares Rocket program, Summer 2019 & Mechanical Engineering Co-op Intern, Launch Vehicles, June 2018 to Dec. 2018
Georgia Tech
Graduate Research Assistant in the Aerospace Systems Design Lab, Current .
Rutgers Formula Racing (FSAE)
Design & Testing Lead: 2019-2020, Vice President: 2017-2019, General member: 2016-2017
My Photo Gallery
Latest News
Georgia Tech Aerospace Engineering PhD Candidate Madeline Bowne talks about participating and winning prizes in every StudentCam competition from 2011 through 2016.
She shares what she learned while making each of her films and how several of those aspects have applied to her academic and professional life.
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The Next Generation of Commercial Spaceflight Leaders
By: Georgia Tech Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering
For the 2021 Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship class, the program received its largest response yet, with applications from over 100 colleges. Sarah Chu and Madeline Bowne are among the 30 students selected for the 2021 Class of the Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program. Now in its fourth year, the Fellowship matches students with executive-level mentorships, an internship at a top aerospace company, and networking opportunities in commercial spaceflight.
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Navigating NewSpace | Season 2, Episode 5: NASA Astronaut Sandy Magnus
By: Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship
Meet the people passionate about commercial spaceflight! The Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program's "Navigating NewSpace" series, hosted by MIFP Alumni Fellows, features live-streamed interviews with fellows, mentors, and other affiliates of the program about the commercial space industry, their career path, their love for outer space, and more.
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Shining Knight: Madeline Bowne
Rutgers shines a light on Madeline Bowne, a mechanical engineer, and one of the top 10 finalists for the Science Ambassador Scholarship.
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