Portfolio
Welcome to my corner of the web — a look at the projects, work, and ideas I've been building.
About Me
I'm Ethan Lazar, a mechanical engineering student at Northeastern University (B.S. expected May 2028) with a minor in aerospace. Originally from Philadelphia, now based in Boston.
I'm part of AerospaceNU, where I work on liquid-propellant rocket recovery systems, and I tutor undergrads in statics, thermodynamics, mechanics of materials, and calculus through the College of Engineering. I've studied abroad with Northeastern's Global Scholars Program in London and Oakland, and I'm on the Dean's List (Fall 2025, GPA 3.78).
Outside of school, you'll find me running, on the track, cooking, or somewhere near an airplane.
Education
Northeastern University
GPA 3.78 · Dean's List, Fall 2025
Study Abroad NU London (Fall 2024), NU Oakland (Spring 2025)
Activities AerospaceNU, Club Triathlon
Relevant Coursework
Central High School
Awards Honor Roll, 2021–2024
Activities Cross Country (Co-captain), Track & Field (Co-captain)
Experience
Northeastern University · College of Engineering
Selected Projects
Designing the airframe recovery structure for a liquid-propellant rocket on a 10-person team — modeling components in SolidWorks, fabricating proof-of-concept hardware, and validating performance through safety and functionality testing.
Designed and simulated a high-power rocket in SolidWorks and OpenRocket, then manufactured the airframe using laser cutting and hand tools. Ran the safety inspections and pre-flight checks needed to certify it for launch.
Co-led a 5-person team to design an interactive STEM toy for 4th–5th graders. Modeled mechanical parts in SolidWorks, fabricated via laser cutting and 3D printing, and programmed Arduino-based electronics in C++. Delivered monthly design reviews to peers and mentors.
Contact Me
Have a project, internship, or collaboration in mind? I'd love to hear about it.
lazar.e@northeastern.edu