• Patti Grace Smith Fellow, Class of 2026

• Howard University, Mechanical Engineering, ‘27

• Host Institution: Blue Origin

Sean Blondell II is a junior Mechanical Engineering student at Howard University from New Orleans, Louisiana. His academic and professional interests center on aerospace engineering, with a particular focus on reusable systems and space exploration technologies. With previous experience in the chemical manufacturing industry, Sean brings a unique, cross-disciplinary perspective to engineering challenges. He is highly motivated to develop his technical skills further and contribute to innovative work at Blue Origin and within the aerospace sector.