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Wichita, KS, US

Actively performs as a pianist and organist for various ceremonies, concerts, and events.

Wichita, Kansas, United States

Student research assistant and operator in the Walter H. Beech Wind Tunnel. Collaborates in a team to conduct aerodynamic testing and research on wind tunnel models for a variety of customers and products, ensuring accurate data collection. Operates the wind tunnel control system and assists in the installation, setup, and calibration of models and mounts.

Wichita, Kansas, United States

Student assistant and software developer in the eXtended Reality Laboratory. Worked with a group to develop a virtual reality flight simulator using Unreal Engine 5 and C++ for U.S. ITAR restricted Digital Twin data and models. Developed interfaces and control systems to replicate realistic flight experiences. Conducted testing, debugging, and user.

Hutchinson, Kansas, United States

Led STEM-based educational activities and lessons for elementary and high school students with a team of camp counselors. Engaged students in building model rockets, programming robots, astronaut and flight training, and simulated space missions in a mock-up rocket capsule and mission control center.

Wichita, Kansas, United States

Assisted a team of mass properties engineers with the processing of flight checklists, equipment lists, and on-site weighing and inspections of Cessna Citation CJ3 and CJ3+ aircraft.

Wichita, Kansas, United States

Assisted a team of flight test engineers with modeling components in CATIA V5, conducting tests on various 3D printing plastics, and optimizing print models based on test results.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering, Minor In Computer Science

Activities and Societies: • Vice President & Social Media Coordinator, Club Nova • Secretary, Wichita State Rocket Club • Student Mentor.

General Studies

General Studies