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Meet Our Student Officer Team

Captain

Maya A.

I love being able to bring our team together around a shared goal and help everyone feel heard and valued. I also enjoy being a bridge between different subteams, making sure our ideas connect into one strong, cohesive robot that’s ready for the World Championship. I’m proud to help build a team culture that’s collaborative, resilient, and excited to keep learning.

vice CAPTAIN

Landon M.

My favorite part of FRC is the community. As a kid who transferred schools and didn’t know anyone, FRC became my safe haven to make friends and have fun. Along with the safety of it for me, I’ve learned essential leadership and practical skills that will shape my future as a student and working adult. I am very grateful to my team for electing me to this position and I look forward to helping us accomplish our goals.

Secretary

Aaron M.

Chill Out 1778 is the most impactful student-led organization I have ever joined. I actively manage our day-to-day media and marketing operations. My responsibilities include showcasing our team through photo and video content, engaging with sponsors on social media, and developing our website. This community has helped me build strong collaboration skills and form lasting friendships.

Treasurer

Riley M.

The thing I love the most about robotics is how we run a business; it's not all technical. We write professional letters to sponsors and foster relations with them. We create and manage huge outreach events, all while being high school students. You have to know how to run a large business in order to fund the robot, and to ensure long-term stability. Running this business in high school has been one of the greatest things I've done in my life, and has been extremely valuable.

Sergeant at arms

Owen b.

My favorite part of FRC is getting to apply skills as I learn them, whether it be CAD, programming, or leadership. I get to use these skills to help the team grow along with me. In just one year on the team, I've already contributed significantly to robot designs and team plans.

Meet Our Mentors

Steve Winckler (Coach)

Steve is a Strategic Architect with AT&T executive who leads large-scale technology transformations in software development, technical architecture, and new product launches. He helps the team with leadership development, planning, prioritization and risk mitigation, community relationships and overall team organization and execution.

Maura McDougall (Coach) (FIRST Alumni)

As a FIRST alum and University of Washington Tacoma graduate, her FRC experiences helped her grow and she wants to share that with students. She uses her knowledge of the robotics community to support the team and make sure everyone is organized. Maura helps students execute aspects such as documentation for awards qualification while encouraging them to have fun in one of the most exciting experiences out there.

Brian White

Brian is a Design Engineer for Boeing Commercial Aircraft. He is responsible for developing and integrating new designs for interior linings (sidewalls, door and doorway linings) and assists in solving production build issues. Brian provides engineering and fabrication guidance for the design, build and integration of the robot.

Brian Sayre

Brian is a Senior Structural Engineer and Principal with BRPH Architects & Engineer, a multi discipline AE firm that specializes in Aerospace, Manufacturing, and Entertainment Facilities. He leads a group of engineers doing structural design all over the country. He has been involved in all sorts of projects such as Nintendo Land at Epic Universe in Orlando, Qualcomm Tower in downtown Seattle, Rocket refurbishment facilities around the country, schools, and residential buildings. He is excited to be in his second year of mentoring with Chill Out. He is a resource for materials mechanics, structural design, field construction, and general event logistics.

Casey Auvé

Casey, a seasoned freelance graphic designer with over two decades of experience in the print and web design industries, actively serves on the boards of the Lynnwood Rotary Club and the Foundation for Edmonds School District. In his role, he leads the graphics team through the entire design process for both seasonal and standard branding projects, ensuring their seamless execution. Additionally, he plays a crucial role in securing grants and sponsorships, while also actively engaging in outreach efforts to promote the team.

Chase Jablinske (FIRST Alumni)

Chase has been a technician at Computer Concept since the age of 17, servicing computers and assisting customers with various tech problems. His job also includes building out custom made-to-order systems and acting as IT support for various local businesses. He joined the team in 2026 and assists with scouting and strategy, using his experience from his time on his alum team 2910. He has a degree in computer security and works with the FIRST community by running the PNW FRC Discord Server.

Geoff McAlpin

Geoff has been a medical device electronics repair technician for the past 19 years. He is a former soldering instructor at Edmonds College and former IPC soldering rework trainer. He is currently working towards obtaining his Project Management certificate, hoping to become a certified PMP. Additionally, he holds an FCC Extra Class amateur radio license and enjoys photography. He hopes to help guide students interested in electrical/electronics to learn these skills.

Jeff Rodgers

Jeff collaborates with amputees to design and build prosthetic limbs, involving project management, design, fabrication and assembly. Jeff helps students with task planning as well as aiding in design, fabrication and assembly.

Keith Bowder

Keith is an electrician specializing in residential wiring. He currently works at Smart Electric as an estimator, project manager and field supervisor. Keith's projects range from simple lighting additions to large new construction home builds and everything in between. He brings his electrical and field construction knowledge to Chill Out, helping build field components and assist students in the shop.

Kevin Crader

Kevin currently works for JACOBS Engineering as an IT Systems Support Specialist. He worked for CH2M HILL Engineering for 24 years, helping CH2M HILL become a previous sponsor of the team. He also was a mentor and coach for Chill Out from 2007-2011, specializing in fundraising, photography, and community outreach. Kevin volunteered for FIRST at FIRST Regionals as a Robotics Inspector and other roles. He is honored to be a part of FIRST and help the students shape their future.

Shane Lambing

Shane is a bit of a jack of all trades. He works for a law firm as a patent paralegal, and he works at the hospital as a Chaplain. He has been mentoring since 2018. He has worked in many different industries. He is okay at mechanical, and can get by with electronics. He has a lot of contacts. He is certified in Mental Health first aid.

Todd Rosenfelt

Todd is a retired project engineer of the Boeing company. He has led projects including manufacturing updates, service related projects on Boeing aircraft, aircraft equipment development, and flight performance improvement projects. He has been a mentor for Chill Out since 2018, helping with field component construction and general help in the robots.

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