I am a third-year Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering major at the University of California, Irvine, with a strong passion for space, aviation, and defense. I am eager to continue applying my skills and knowledge to contribute to innovative projects in the aerospace and defense sectors and develop new skills along the way.I had first-hand engineering experience from my time at Bal Seal Engineering, where I focused on material science. However, most of my hands-on experience includes working on the UCI Cargo Plane project, which competes in the SAE Aero Design competition. This role has provided me with practical skills in CAD modeling (SOLIDWORKS), FEA (FEMAP), and the operation of fabrication machines such as 3D printers and laser cutters. Additionally, I have conducted research on tensegrity robotics with Professor Rimoli and performed thermal analysis with Spacecraft Thermal Management Systems (STMS).