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Gilbert, Az, Us

Tempe, Arizona, United States

-Designed and developed complex wire harnesses, custom tooling, and integrated heating systems for battery enclosures using Computer Aided Design (CAD), adhering to customer specifications and industry safety standards.-Contributed to significant projects, notably the F-22 aircraft program, the F-16 program, and participated in production validation for other projects.- Conducted open formation procedures on Ni-Cd (FNC) cell components, ensuring compliance with AS9100 aerospace quality standards throughout the testing process.- Assessed the performance of thermistors and heater films under varying conditions, employing 3-Axis Vibration Analysis to simulate operational scenarios.- Created detailed documentation of test procedures and results, maintaining compliance with FAA regulations and supporting reverse engineering initiatives through schematic development.

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

- Diagnosed and repaired Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems and board-level components across various industrial automation brands, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Yaskawa.- Leveraged expertise in PLC programming languages to troubleshoot and resolve faults in I/O modules, CPUs, and communication interfaces, ensuring seamless manufacturing operations.- Addressed issues in servo drive systems by diagnosing AC/DC drives and stepper motors, optimizing feedback systems and power electronics for reliable motor control.- Conducted functional testing and system integration checks on repaired PLC and servo systems, verifying operation, synchronization, and compliance with specifications.- Maintained detailed service reports documenting repair processes and calibration adjustments, while adhering to stringent safety protocols during equipment handling and repairs.

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Automotive Finishes Testing Laboratory- Conducted automotive finishes testing to ASTM and ISO standards, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance across a wide range of tests, including adhesion, gloss, and corrosion resistance.- Operated lab equipment like gloss meters, salt spray chambers, and aging ovens to assess coatings' durability under various environmental conditions and exposure scenarios.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new testing methods, troubleshoot challenges, and analyze test data to support product development and performance enhancement.- Analyzed test data using Excel and Minitab, identifying trends and providing recommendations for process improvements to optimize coatings' durability and appearance.- Documented procedures, data, and findings in lab notebooks and LIMS, ensuring traceability, compliance, and accuracy in quality management and regulatory systems.

Grayslake, Il

South Orange, New Jersey, United States

Laboratory of Organic Photovoltaic Synthesis Development- Contributed to a research group that received the Cottrell College Science Award to study “Work function dependence of barrier height at CdTe/conducting polymer junction with tunable polymer work function.”- Synthesized and characterized CdTe solar cells using tools like the Edward Thermal Vacuum Evaporator, Kelvin Probe, UV-vis spectrometer, and J-V measurement systems.- Fabricated CdTe thin-film solar cells, optimizing deposition parameters to enhance photovoltaic performance through improved thickness, morphology, and crystallinity.- Conducted work function measurements, surface potential mapping, and barrier height efficiency tests to analyze solar cell efficiency and stability.- Provided technical support for a 16-inch Meade LX200 ACF telescope, optimizing system performance for research and data collection in scientific publications.

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Men's SoccerIn Progress

Bachelor’S Degree, Physics, 3.14

Activities and Societies: Men's Soccer, Student Activities Board, Sigma Pi Sigma, and Society of Physics Students

Certificate, Architectural And Engineering Design, 4.0