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Auckland, Nz

Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

Conducted development, qualification, and acceptance testing of a novel space propulsion system from test cell construction through to spaceflight operations. Tasks included:- Owning propulsion test operations for the program- Planning and executing hot fire tests- Investigating and resolving testing anomalies and failures- Analyzing hot fire data analysis in Tableau and python to evaluate engine performance- Providing vehicle stack testing, launch, and on-orbit operational support- Developing testing procedures to ensure safe and effective operations- Commissioning new ground system equipment and test facility upgrades- Designing engine valve and pump startup and shutdown automated sequences- Reporting and documenting test results- Leading development of semi-automated in-flight data review system- Tracking and managing hazardous substances- Communicating with test technicians, design engineers, and management to ensure program goals met

Auckland, New Zealand

Performed manufacturing and quality engineering duties as part of the composites, avionics, and mechanical assembly production teams. Tasks included:- Conducting efficiency studies to identify most effective process improvements- Implementing automated production testing of avionics components- Leading root-cause investigations of low-yield mechanical assemblies- Designing and qualifying tooling for use in composite tank production- Supporting quality PFMEA investigations in avionics and propulsion- Selecting, qualifying, and integrating new equipment to improve production efficiency- Documenting propulsion, composites, avionics, and mechanical manufacturing processes- Resolving non-conformances to unblock production

Toulouse Area, France

Analyzed test data to extract modal parameters from novel aircraft ground vibration test methods. Tasks included:- Defining scope and reviewing literature to propose alternate analysis methods- Processing and analyzing experimental data in MATLAB- Conducting modal analysis using commercial software such as LMS Test.lab- Presenting findings in presentations and reports

Burnaby

Participated in catalyst layer research and characterization in addition to fuel cell failure analysis using methods such as: - Scanning Electron Microscopy - Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy - X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy - Data analysis in Excel

North Vancouver

Supported the Rocky Mountain R&D engineering team through design, testing, research, and development work. Tasks included:- Designing and modeling prototype mountain bike parts for testing- Creating technical drawings of various aluminum parts for in house fabricator- Modeling parts and assemblies in PTC Creo Pro-E- Completing quality control and R&D tests on bicycle frames- Performing data analysis and data entry in Microsoft Excel- Conducting force analysis and shear calculations- Writing clear reports outlining design and test results- Participating in company roadmap, product, and R&D meetings- Machining aluminum and plastic parts on the mill and lathe- Assembling prototype mountain bikes- Organizing and documenting parts and inventory

Abbotsford

- Set up Tents and tent accessories for weddings and other private and corporate events- Cleaned tents, chairs, and other equipment- Engaged with customers- Organized transportation loads

Abbotsford

- Served Customers- Prepared hot and cold beverages and baked goods- Took orders and payment at Drive Thru- Cleaned various parts of store