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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Member of the DarkNESS (Dark matter Nanosatellite Equipped with Skipper Sensors) team at Fermilab/UChicago, launching in 2026 and attempting to scan diffuse X-rays for dark matter decay as well as direct detection of strongly interacting sub-GeV dark matter. Developing the in-space data analysis pipeline by adapting existing work from DAMIC/SENSEI/OSCURA. Testing CCD module in Thermal Vacuum and integrating with other parts of the payload.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Leading transition from SEDS-UChicago to the UChicago Space Program. Managing the CubeSat Laboratory.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Leading development of the avionics bus and flight software of UChicago's first-ever CubeSat, PULSE-A, attempting to demonstrate open-source small-form-factor optical communications. Designing custom PCBs for the Payload Controller, On-Board Computer, and Power subsystems in Autodesk Eagle. Selecting and certifying critical electrical components and leading integration with CubeSpace Gen2 Attitude Determination and Control System. Working with team members in Ansys STK to confirm capabilities of the system.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Working over Summer 2023 on comparing OpenMotor simulations with real-world test motors. Developed a test stand utilizing a strain gauge and custom embedded hardware for datalogging and analysis. Designed initial rocket design in OpenRocket.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Worked on proposal phase of project as the Head of CAD before transitioning to EE/SWE post-proposal. Designed the optical subassembly mounting hardware in Fusion360 after extensive research and simulation in Ansys Zemax, and assembled HSFL's Artemis 1U Kit into a 2U system in Fusion360. Analyzed orbital data in Ansys STK to determine the viability of the optical link.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Elected by the team for the role following a successful first year on the team. Planned and implemented a large-scale restructuring of the team by instituting divisions, certifications, and more. Led the recruitment of new members for the 23-24 season. Managing all aspects of mechanical and electrical engineering for the combat robotics division, and responsible for reducing project expenses from $25k to $8k. Advised and organized teams at Harvard's makeathon, leading to UChicago Robotics' first win ever.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As a first year, took a leading role in the development of our entry to Robobrawl, an intercollegiate 30lb BattleBots-style competition. Personally responsible for the CAD design and procurement of the entire structure. Successfully integrated mechanical and electrical subassemblies on a tight deadline. Trained in a machine shop at using CNC, mills, band saws, etc.; currently attaining machine shop certification.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Holding office hours in the Mechanical Design and Fabrication Laboratory for undergraduate students interested in learning basic engineering concepts• Teaching CAD software (Fusion360, Inventor, and Solidworks) and additive manufacturing techniques• Performing maintenance on high-quality 3D printers and other tools

· Managed teams of 5-10 under high-stress environments· Long-term work in professional-level theatrical environments, handling heavy objects, electronics, and programming

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Physics

Coursework (1st Year): Honors Calculus I-II-III, Abstract Linear Algebra, Honors Mechanics, Honors E&M, Honors Waves/Optics/Heat, Systems.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Cum Laude Society, Honor Roll Relevant AP Coursework (Scored 5): Computer Science A, Computer Science.