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San Francisco Bay Area

- Conducted aerothermodynamic, and trajectory simulations to study aerogravity assist (AGA) maneuvers under the NASA Ames Entry Systems Technology Research and Development (ESTRAD) contract with Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc.- Led aerothermodynamic simulations to provide preliminary assessment for AGA aeroshell performance in continuum and free molecular hypersonic flow environments in Earth atmosphere.- Leveraged Genesis to perform 6 DoF trajectory simulations for AGA maneuvers in Earth.- Developed automated mesh pre-processing tool.- Developed automated workflows for simulation tools including CBAero and Genesis to reduce analysis and data post processing times.- Leveraged Python and Julia programming languages for scientific computing and data processing.- Evaluated the feasibility of a spacecraft aeroshell to utilize the AGA trajectory maneuver to significantly shorten interplanetary transit times to distant planetary bodies.- Gave lightning talk about the ongoing study at OPAG 2023.

Palo Alto, California, United States

As an SMB Account Executive, I was the primary contact for 20+ ISP clients in the Western United States, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction. Managed sales cycles using Challenger Sale techniques, tailoring persona-based solutions to stakeholders.- Negotiated and closed six-figure, multi-year deals- Achieved 100% customer retention- Implemented upsells, increasing ACV contracts by over 100%- Developed a lead-filter Python script, optimizing outreach and closing record deals in final two quarters of 2021- Top deal progression rate in SMB AE team (Q1&2 2022)- Effectively quarterbacked use of cross-functional teams (marketing, finance, deal desk, legal and others) for seamless customer experience and product adoption and rapid go to market for customers.- Worked with channel partners to successfully drive new business opportunities- Identified upsell opportunities and communicated value propositions effectively- Managed sales cycle from lead generation to closure, using stakeholder mapping for decision-maker approval.

San Jose, California, United States

As a Compliance and Electrical Engineer, I developed key skills in project management, PCB design, electrical testing, and compliance verification. I effectively managed projects, focusing on stakeholder needs, objectives, and deliverables, while assessing ROI through cost-benefit analyses. Leveraging my KiCad proficiency, I developed power management PCB fixtures, improving battery charging and optimizing manufacturing and distribution processes to increase end user experience.Key accomplishments and skills include:• Design and analysis of PCB substrate, copper fills, and trace thicknesses for high current charging capabilities• Current, temperature, and airflow characterization on manufactured boards• Collaboration with fabrication centers to manufacture PCB fixtures and manage up-to-date project revisions and manufacturing BOMs• Resourcefulness in tracking down hard-to-find components in a tight supply chain• Proficiency in utilizing testing equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and EMI chambers for conductive and radiated RF signal testing• Effective communication with overseas manufacturers to address design revisions, manufacturing issues, and testing process improvements• Documentation for FCC, UL, and RF certification processes• Hardware testing, debugging, and report writing for updates and development

Santa Barbara, California, United States

As a Physics Undergraduate Research Assistant, I effectively applied my analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a strong foundation in physics, to drive high-energy particle physics research. By analyzing petabytes of CERN particle collision data, I contributed valuable insights to the research of the graduate student I worked under.•Applied side-band subtraction methods to extract J/psi events from background events•Calculated efficiencies on J/psi events to verify Monte-carlo simulated events •Calculated efficiencies on signal and background events to help distinguish between effective data selections on various physical processes•Wrote scripts using C++ and Python to perform calculations and analysis on data sets•Utilized ROOT data analysis to create graphs of various data cuts to visualize the analysis•Used TChain method to manipulate multiple ROOT trees and branches to perform analysis on a set of data files

Santa Barbara, California, United States

As an Undergraduate Research Assistant in particle physics, I applied my analytical and problem-solving skills to study light collection efficiency and optimize cosmic telescope components. I designed and documented a motherboard circuit board, investigated the impact of trigger and reflective wrapping schemes on PMTs, and contributed to refining GEANT simulations. My work involved regular presentations to the research team, showcasing strong communication skills and dedication to research objectives.•Tracked muons using a PMT and scintillator configuration to study light collection efficiency•Constructed and tested a motherboard circuit board that provided a bias voltage for the SiPM (Silicon Photomultiplier) in the cosmic telescope, digitized signals produced by the SiPM, and logic gates for the 4 channels used to analyze various trigger configurations•Created documentation as well as assembly instructions for the cosmic telescope motherboard•Investigated how various trigger and reflective wrapping schemes affect the light collection efficiency for several PMTs used on the muon telescope•Provided results to a graduate student to help fine tune aspects of their GEANT simulation•Presented analysis to the research team on a weekly basis

San Jose

•Tutored high school students in AP Calculus, Honors Physics and AP Physics•Taught students based on their individual needs and preferences•Elevated student performance 1 to 2 letter grades in their respective classes

San Francisco Bay Area

•Oversaw operations, created the swim lesson program, managed 30 employees and instructors at the Almaden Cabana Club.

San Francisco Bay Area

•Conducted tests on various Dolby Blue-ray hardware while inspecting image quality by looking out for artefacts such as: false contouring/banding, dancing noise, blocking, and pixel loss•Tested and certified Dolby Vision Titles by confirming image and audio quality did not contain various bugs and artefacts•Documented and provided according reports to engineers and project managers

San Francisco Bay Area

•Worked in the computer sales department. Learned sales techniques while educating the customer in PC specifications and gained experience with customer service.

Master Of Science - Ms, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering, 3.89

Activities and Societies: Current Project: Investigation and Model-Based Design of Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine System AE267 - Space.

Bachelor'S Degree, Physics

Activities and Societies: Physics Department Research Assistant UCSB Ice Hockey

Physics

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