Caeley Looney: Aerospace Engineer & STEM Advocate
Take a break, we’re on Smoko. This week, we sit down with Caeley Looney, an aerospace and space systems engineer, nonprofit founder, and passionate advocate for diversity in STEM.
Caeley’s love for space began early and launched her into one of the most dynamic and challenging fields in science and technology. From building spacecraft to mentoring the next generation, her journey is one of resilience, innovation, and impact.
“Every mission, every satellite, every orbit—it's not just math and science, it's storytelling on a cosmic scale.” – Caeley Looney
Beyond her technical work, Caeley is the founder of Reinvented Magazine, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring girls to pursue STEM careers. Since 2019, her team has distributed educational materials to over 400,000 students and introduced hands-on building experiences to 17,500+ kids through tool-based outreach programs.
We talk about the importance of role models in engineering, the barriers that still exist for women and marginalized groups in aerospace, and the transformative power of representation. Caeley offers practical advice to young engineers, highlights the mentors who shaped her, and shares her bold vision for a more inclusive and equitable future in the space industry.
For anyone passionate about aerospace, education, or equity in innovation—this is a must-listen episode filled with inspiration and action.