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Sierra Nicholson

@sierranicholson

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I troubleshoot mission-critical aircraft electrical and power systems.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking challenging electrical engineering work in industrial, power, or defense sectors where I can apply hands-on troubleshooting, power-systems diagnostics, and safety-focused problem-solving.

At Airbus, I assemble, install, repair, and troubleshoot aircraft electrical and electronic systems, from harness routing and terminations to functional and bonding/grounding testing.

With the Mississippi Air National Guard, I diagnose and maintain C-17A AC/DC power distribution and electrical systems using schematics, diagnostic laptops, onboard computers, and specialized test equipment. I document maintenance actions and sustain reliable, compliant aircraft operations.

I also designed and built DOOMSEEK, a remote inspection robot for substation transformers that earned first place in the Ed Blakeslee Senior Capstone Design Award.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Aircraft Electrician

Current

Airbus

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Assemble, install, repair, and replace electrical and electronic components and systems during aircraft production, ensuring installations meet structural integrity and system functionality requirements. Perform functional and bonding/grounding tests, troubleshoot discrepancies, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams.

Electrical Harness Cable Termination Soldering Bonding And Grounding (TGB TBB)Functional Testing Troubleshooting Diagnostic Tools Safety Compliance

Current

Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Technician

Current

Mississippi Air National Guard

Apr 2019 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Troubleshoot, test, and analyze C-17A aircraft electrical systems including AC/DC power distribution, fire detection, anti-ice, landing gear, lighting, oxygen, and auxiliary power. Diagnose malfunctions using schematics and specialized test equipment, and perform inspections and maintenance to sustain asset reliability.

AC and DC Distribution Fault Isolation Schematics Wiring Diagrams Test and Diagnostic Instrumentation System Testing Maintenance documentation Safety Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mississippi State University

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Grade: 3.31

Activities and societies: Dean's List – Fall 2024

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. Graduated in December 2024 with an overall GPA of 3.31 and was named to the Dean's List for Fall 2024.