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Aleem Mangalji

Aleem Mangalji

Future Aerospace Engineer

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Meet Aleem

Aleem’s journey began at just three years old with Young Engineers Uganda, where he built his first robots and discovered a deep love for LEGO, engineering, and problem-solving. What started as playful curiosity quickly grew into a disciplined pursuit of understanding how complex systems work (from robots and LEGO models to aircraft and spacecraft).

Today, Aleem is a learner at Forest School Online International (FSO), an inquiry-based learning community that emphasizes independence, curiosity, and real-world engagement. Aleem excels academically and leads his school’s Aeronautics Club, where he facilitates discussions on advanced aviation topics such as the SR-71 Blackbird, experimental aircraft, stealth technology, and commercial aviation systems. His long-term ambition is to study Aeronautical Engineering at MIT.

Highlights

Pan African Robotics

1st in East & Central Africa

Author & Storyteller

The Tales of Texas

VEX World Robotics

Uganda National Team

Most Creativity Award

Children's Business Fair (USA)

Experience

Robotics & Global Competitions
As an aspiring aerospace engineer, Aleem has already begun leaving his mark on the international stage, representing Uganda in some of the world’s most prestigious robotics arenas. His track record includes a standout performance at the Pan African Robotics Competition (PARC) in Dakar, Senegal, where he led his team to 1st place in East & Central Africa and an impressive 4th place finish across the entire continent. In 2023, he took his expertise to the global level, traveling to Dallas, Texas, to compete in the VEX World Robotics Championship as a member of the Ugandan national team. These experiences have been instrumental in shaping his approach to engineering, instilling a lifelong commitment to collaborative innovation and cutting-edge problem-solving.
Author & Storyteller
Aleem is an accomplished young author who brings the same curiosity to his writing that he applies to the field of aerospace engineering. His debut book, Aleem’s Adventures: The Tales of Texas, draws directly from his real-life travels and personal experiences. Following its launch in the United States, the book earned international recognition by winning the Most Creativity Award at the Children’s Business Fair, the largest entrepreneurship event in North America sponsored by Acton Academy. Further establishing his presence in the literary community, Aleem hosted a book signing event at Scholar & Scribe, becoming one of the youngest authors to do so.
Aspiring Aerospace Engineer
Aleem’s is actively building a technical foundation in the cockpit. By leveraging high-fidelity flight simulation, Aleem has cultivated a sophisticated understanding of aircraft takeoff and landing sequences along with complex flight planning and precision navigation. His hands-on approach includes mastering in-depth cockpit instrumentation and the rigorous logic of emergency procedures and flight systems. This disciplined virtual training serves as a strategic bridge to his real-world aviation exposure and fuels a focused ambition to pioneer the next generation of flight technology as an Aerospace Engineering student at MIT.
Beyond STEM
Aleem is a future-focused aerospace engineer with an insatiable passion for high-performance machinery. When he isn't diving into the technical complexities of fighter jets or exploring the rich milestones of aerospace history, you can find him fueled by the high-speed world of Formula 1 and the engineering precision of supercars. An athlete at heart, he balances his academic rigor with time on the basketball court and in the swimming pool. Driven by a desire to inspire the next generation, Aleem creates STEM-focused content for YouTube, sharing his insights and innovations with a global audience. His journey in the engineering world is still unfolding and this platform serves as a living document of every breakthrough and milestone along the way.

Latest Adventures

A Future Taking Flight

Chick-fil-A
DELTA Airlines
LEGO
NASA
National Air & Space Museum
Scholar & Scribe

Aleem dreams of designing aircraft and space systems that push the boundaries of innovation. With a foundation in engineering, flight training, storytelling, entrepreneurship, and global exposure, his journey is already taking flight. Aleem’s Adventures is a living story of courage, possibility, and a place where curiosity takes flight.