Conducted analysis using ray-tracing based LiDAR simulation to predict sensor performanceSupport of hardware in the loop testing of flight payload consisting of EO, IR and LiDAR sensorsDeveloped enhancements to computer vision algorithms to process sensor imagery

Independently developed high-fidelity ray-tracing models for EO, IR and LiDAR imagery simulationDeveloped material models to accurately simulate spacecraft appearance for imagery simulationLed development of auto-grapple computer vision algorithmSupported testing campaigns to test rendezvous algorithm and sensor performancePerformed validation of simulation models to ensure accurate resultsPresented design and analysis materials in design reviews

Contract Technical Lead (5/2018 - 1/2020) Filed monthly status reports with prime contractor Monitored contract status including financial and staff concerns Conducted performance reviews of personnel OSAM-1 Satellite Servicing Mission Led development of computer vision algorithms for autonomous spacecraft docking Coordinated with flight software developers on implementation of algorithmsPresented design and analysis materials in design reviews Integrated computer vision algorithms into high fidelity dynamic simulationsParticipated in development of physics based ray-tracer for sensor simulationParticipated in requirements formulation for flight sensor procurements Raven Experiment (flown on International Space Station) Developed simulation models for sensors and algorithmsPerformed analysis of algorithm and system performanceDeveloped and enhanced computer vision algorithms for spacecraft navigationDeveloped navigation filter for sensor fusionSupported integration, environmental testing and operationsAssisted in calibration of camera system with motorized zoom lensPrepared and presented materials for design reviews Argon Test Campaign Supported hardware in the loop testing of computer vision algorithms for spacecraft navigation Performed analysis to assess algorithm performance Maintained and enhanced testing support software

· Led Software development of OpenGL based primary flight display software · Developed firmware for a portable electronic device for use by pilots · Assisted in product design for a portable electronic device for use by pilots · Designed experiments for human subject testing · Drafted funding proposals for NASA SBIR program

· Developed station-keeping control strategy for a small UAV using optic flow sensing · Conducted experimental research on UAV station-keeping

· Resolved administrative issues pertaining to student assignment grading and submission · Assisted students with understanding of course material

· Developed a 3D dynamics simulation to aid in development of control strategies using optic flow sensing