Steve Pacheco, the undisputed maestro of systems engineering, has spent over 25 years at Woodward, Inc., where he currently shines as a Technical Fellow. Based in the picturesque Fort Collins, Colorado, Steve is not just your average engineer; he"s the chief architect behind cutting-edge electronic and embedded turbo machinery control systems. With an impressive track record that includes leading projects for the U.S. Navy"s command ship and overseeing military marine gas turbines, his expertise could probably power a small nation.

A proud alumnus of Colorado State University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Systems Engineering respectively, Steve has transformed theoretical knowledge into practical marvels that leave competitors scratching their heads in awe.

When he"s not busy innovating at Woodward or dazzling colleagues with his technical prowess, you might find him mentoring aspiring engineers as an Engineer in Residence at CSU—proving that sharing wisdom is just as important as wielding it. As president of the Industrial Advisory Board for the College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, he ensures that future graduates are equipped with skills sharper than a laser cutter.

With accolades piling up faster than he can shake a screwdriver at them, Steve embodies both brilliance and humility—a rare combination indeed! Whether crafting proposals or developing hardware-in-the-loop simulators for senior design projects, this tech virtuoso remains committed to merging education with practical application—one digital control system at a time!