Briana Segal

 
 

Meet Briana Segal - Expert STEM & Mechanical Engineering Tutor

Briana Segal is a distinguished graduate of Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering, holding a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with an Aerospace Concentration. She brings hands-on research, a strong technical skill set, and proven leadership experience to help students excel in complex STEM subjects. Briana specializes in making challenging engineering and science concepts accessible by applying her real-world experience from research labs and a successful startup.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Mechanical Engineering & Aerospace Concepts

  • Math & Science (General STEM Support)

  • Software/Coding (Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, NX, AutoDesk Inventor)

  • Design & Problem-Solving

  • Research & Data Analysis

  • Test Preparation

Teaching Philosophy:

"My experience in research and engineering has taught me that the best way to master a concept is through application and hands-on problem-solving. I aim to foster a collaborative learning environment where we break down complex problems and use real-world examples to build deep, intuitive understanding."

What Makes Briana Special:

  • Elite Academic Background: Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with an Aerospace Concentration from Northwestern University.

  • Award-Winning Research: Voted to represent her division and won 2nd place overall at the Army Research Laboratory's 2022 Summer Student Symposium for her research.

  • Startup & Design Experience: Served as Director of Manufacturing and Development for SteadyScrib, a startup that earned $20,000 in non-dilutive funding.

  • Advanced Technical Skills: Proficient in mechanical engineering software and coding languages, including Python, MATLAB, NX, and AutoCAD.

  • Aerospace Expertise: Worked in the ATLAS Lab with the Martian Analysis Group on multi-team missions, collaborating with NASA, NAA, and Roscosmos (Russian Space Agency).

Education & Achievements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Concentration, Northwestern University

  • Director of Manufacturing and Development for SteadyScrib, a startup that won 1st place overall and the audience choice award at the Northwestern Garage Jumpstart Program Demo Day.

  • Army Research Lab Intern: Won 2nd place overall at the Summer Student Symposium.

  • Leadership Certificate, Northwestern University.