Leading the development and testing of a custom hybrid engine for a self-landing rocket. Conducting literature reviews and designing the injector plate, nozzle, and retention components to meet performance requirements.

Designed a custom high-powered rocket, achieving an altitude of 7000+ ft utilizing aerodynamic principles for an L2 HPR Certification.

Contributed to the development and testing of a custom hybrid engine for a self-landing rocket. Led and organized research on the design of the injector plate and conducted material trade studies for combustion chamber thermal liners. Conducted literature review on adverse effects of oxidizer throttling of hybrid rocket engines and investigated ball valve sizing methodologies to meet throttling requirements.

Contributed to the development of a two-stage rocket competing in the Spaceport America Cup. Manufactured carbon fiber fins and contributed to the integration of the rocket.

Designed and launched a custom low-powered rocket, achieving an altitude of 2500+ ft utilizing aerodynamic principles for an L1 HPR Certification.

Practiced, rehearsed, and performed as Clarinetist in Orchestra Pit for live full-length production of ‘Annie’ at the Gallo Center for Performing Arts.