All students are welcome to join the team, from all majors and with any experience level. We have technical projects ranging from embedded electronics to aerodynamics, including a variety of non-technical projects for our competition, such as a marketing presentation and cost analysis.
Currently, onboarding for the 2025-2026 season has closed. Stay on the lookout for callouts next year!
Fall Onboarding Process
Onboarding begins with learning about general knowledge applicable to the team and competition. This includes team structure, operations, goals, and tools. Students looking to join will then complete a CAD project to familiarize themselves with our team’s CAD software, NX. Upon review and approval of the CAD project, general onboarding is complete and the student can begin onboarding for their subteam of choice. The final phase of onboarding is tailored to each subteam, ensuring members gain the specific prerequisite skills and knowledge needed for their role.
Additional Information
Software
– CAD: NX
– FEA: Ansys
– Data Analysis: MoTeC I2
Senior Design
The senior design option allows ME students the opportunity to earn 6 credits over two semesters. The student will take 3 credits in a technical elective in the fall semester and 3 credits of a senior design in the spring. Thus, the student must graduate in the spring, and must be on campus in the fall as well. In order to ensure a successful senior design experience, we ask that prospective senior design students be an active member of the FSAE team at least 2 semesters prior to their senior year. Certain exceptions can be made if the requests are made in a timely fashion. Come to a team meeting as soon as possible.