Richard Grist Email & Phone Number

University Of Washington

Lead UW Researcher for Hydroxyl Ammonium Nitrate (HAN) based monopropellant microthruster• Solidworks design and modeling work • Thermal and structural Finite Element Analysis using Ansys modeling tools• Experimental testing of prototype systems• Managing a team of associates• Effective communication of designs and tests with industry partners• Performing lab assistant duties for various other research projects including but not limited to: test preparation and execution, data analysis, instrumentation, gas handling and calibration

University Of Washington

Aerospace Engineering Colloquium• Coordinate with faculty to arrange for visiting seminar speakers • Ensure all information about presentations has been received• Assist in preparation for each colloquium

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Create, heat treat, and process Co-W-Al alloys for composition analysis using x-ray diffraction and a scanning electron microscopy to construct a ternary phase diagram.

Supervision, maintenance and upkeep of grounds and equipment. Social services to park patrons, security, and ensuring a safe environment for employees and visitors.

Master’S Degree, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering, 3.67/4

Physics, Physics And Engineering, 3.94/4

Activities and Societies: Sigma Pi Sigma, Alpha Lambda Delta, Phi Kappa Phi, Physics Club, Astronomy Club