T2E Alumni

Eunice Kitts, a U.S. Navy Veteran, graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering. During her time as a student, she was an active member of Troops to Engineers (T2E), where she developed the professional skills and industry connections that helped her transition into a successful engineering career. Eunice now serves as a Design/Test Engineer and ACE Lab Shop Lead at Centurum, where she leads advanced engineering projects and continues to embody the values of service and technical excellence.

Jason Riley, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, graduated from San Diego State University in 2024 with a degree in Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE). As a participant in Troops to Engineers (T2E), Jason gained critical support navigating the transition from the military to higher education, while also building the professional skills needed to succeed in engineering. Through T2E’s mentorship and industry connections, Jason secured a full-time role with FMF Pandion, where he now applies his engineering skills to projects that make a direct impact.

Shane Arana, a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran, graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his time at SDSU, Shane became an active member of the Troops to Engineers (T2E) program, using its workshops, networking events, and industry connections to sharpen his career readiness. Through T2E’s support, Shane built relationships with employers and secured a full-time position at Northrop Grumman following graduation.

Jesus “Sammy” Samaniego Sanchez, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, graduated from San Diego State University in May 2023 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. While at SDSU, Sammy completed two internships with Northrop Grumman, which led directly to his full-time role at their Rancho Bernardo location. Beyond academics, he participated in multiple engineering projects, was an active member of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), and now serves as Chair of the Troops to Engineers Student Advisory Board, helping guide the program’s future.

Christopher Bowman, a U.S. Navy Veteran who served four years, graduated from San Diego State University in Spring 2022 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Since transferring to SDSU, Chris was a T2E Scholar & active participant in the Troops to Engineers (T2E) program. Through T2E’s support and industry connections, he secured a summer internship with the NIWC Pacific Energy Innovation Lab during his junior year. His performance led to a full-time job offer, contingent on graduation, which he accepted upon completing his degree in May 2022.

Maximillian Guinto joined Troops to Engineers (T2E) in Spring 2021 and quickly became one of the program’s most engaged participants. While completing his Electrical Engineering degree at San Diego State University, Max worked full-time as a Commissioning Technician at Siemens Mobility. In April 2022, he joined T2E on a tour of NAVAIR’s North Island Facilities. That experience opened the door to an interview and, ultimately, a full-time position upon his graduation in May 2022.