• Brooke Owens Fellow, Class of 2026

• Latin American University of Science and Technology, Computer/Software Engineering, ‘26

• Mentor: TBD

• Brookie Mentor: TBD

Roxy Williams is a senior majoring in Computer & Software Engineering at the Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT) with a strong interest in space systems, artificial intelligence applications in aerospace, and satellite mission design. Her work integrates software engineering, machine learning, and systems architecture to address complex challenges in space operations.

Roxy previously interned at Intel Corporation in Costa Rica as a Software Developer, where she developed automation and machine learning workflows and optimized analytics dashboards, reducing validation times by 50%. Her technical experience spans AI/ML modeling, cloud-native analytics platforms, and deep-space systems architecture.

She has authored and co-authored multiple research papers presented at the International Astronautical Congress (IAC), including work on Mercury Sample Return mission design, neuromorphic AI for autonomous spacecraft, commercial space station design, lunar hospital concepts, and astronaut profile evolution studies. One of her teams was shortlisted for Best Interactive Presentation at IAC. She was also funded to present her Earth Observation and Space Education programs research internationally after receiving the Emerging Space Leader Award. In addition, she completed her first microgravity training in California thanks to Space for Humanity, gaining hands-on exposure to parabolic flight environments as part of her long-term pursuit of human spaceflight and astronaut corps candidacy.

Roxy serves as Regional Manager for Latin America at Cosmos for Humanity and is an international speaker who was invited to present at the 32nd United Nations / International Astronautical Federation Workshop on Space Technology for Socio-Economic Benefits, themed “Resilient Coasts, Resilient Earth,” held in Sydney, Australia.

Roxy was named and featured on the cover of Forbes 30 Under 30 Latin America for her contributions to space technology and software engineering. Additional recognitions include the SGAC Pioneer Award, SGAC Regional Leadership Award, and Best Space Station Design at the University of Stuttgart’s (Germany) Space Station Design Workshop.

Roxy is committed to building technically rigorous and sustainable space systems. In her free time, she mentors students, and leads Pantera Space, the initiative she founded.