From Stargazing to Aerospace Engineering: The Inspiring Career of General Ellen Pawlikowski

To kick off Season 2 of Laser Focused, host Renette Youssef sits down with retired U.S. Air Force Four-Star General Ellen Pawlikowski. General Pawlikowski shares her story of resilience and determination, from witnessing the moon landing as a young child, to her pivot from journalism to engineering, to her illustrious career in the U.S. Air Force.

Renette and General Pawlikowski discuss how game-changing additive manufacturing technology can revolutionize aircraft repair and the importance of data in certifying airworthy parts. They also dig into opportunities for women in STEM, and the benefits of space exploration.

Learn more about General Pawlikowski by visiting AF.mil.

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