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• Develop structural and aerodynamic systems for approximately 100 lbm 30,000 ft apogee liquid bipropellant rocket
• Perform finite element-based and hand calculation-based analysis of structural tubing, cryogenic monocoque joints between aluminum and carbon fiber, parachute cord attachment points, and more
• Drive analytical and CFD-based analysis of rocket trajectory and aerodynamic subsystem
• Overhaul part quality standards and manufacturing processes including layup methodology and machining practices
• Formulate vehicle architecture and requirements for 6-month design, build, launch schedule

University Of California, Los Angeles

• Led the design, analysis, and manufacture of student researched and developed hybrid rocket
• Ensured successful integration between propulsion, vehicle engineering, and electronics subsystems
• Tested and validated structural, electronic, and propulsive systems
• Established detailed timeline for 80-member team with 3 subteams and 15 component teams
• Performed flight anomaly root cause analysis and corrective actions

University Of California - Los Angeles

• Researched, designed, and manufactured rocket longerons, bulkheads, and engine mounts
• Performed structural analysis using Ansys Static Structural and custom stress calculation spreadsheets
• Authored technical report on design and analysis of parachute shock cord attachment points
• Conducted trade studies on materials and designs for engine mounts, bulkheads, and camera window
• Simulated three degree-of-freedom rocket trajectory using MATLAB

Redondo Beach, California, United States

• Design manufacturing shop aides for monopropellant thrusters to ensure alignment of new features and decrease production time
• Draft tooling drawings with GD&T considerations to meet flight hardware tolerances
• Interface with thermal team and update plumbing schematic for plumbing heater design
• Identify system requirements and contractually obliged system verification instructions

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Design cost effective, dustproof, corrosion resistant enclosures for commercial sensing equipment
• Interface components with electronics systems to meet customers' needs
• Prototype components using SolidWorks CAM software with CNC Router

Huntington Beach, California, United States

• Matched customers' needs with well-suited products
• Explained surfboard and wetsuit technology
• Trained peers to understand and sell surfboards
• Emphasized customer relations and satisfaction