• Define system requirements and parameters for a new liquid bi-propellent rocket engine: Polaris• Design and model the propellant tank for Polaris using CAD software, ensuring structural integrity and weight optimization• Created custom Python scripts for bolt calculations and propellant tank geometry, increasing efficiency of development

• Collaborate with team-leads to ensure relevant testing is done in compliance with standard safety procedures• Write standard operating procedures that clearly detail the steps of leak testing, engine integration, and hotfire for liquid rocket engines• Oversee all testing of liquid engines, ensuring it is done in compliance with safety procedures

• Developed MIT’s first liquid rocket engine using LOX and Ethanol designed to introduce MIT Rocket Team to liquid rocketry• Designed an L1 rocket from scratch that successfully flew to an apogee of ~4k feet• Operated the lathe and mill to machine components for a two-stage rocket competing in Spaceport America

• Lead the organization of general body meetings for undergraduate and graduate students in topics relating to space• Coordinate a leadership team of 5 to plan social outings and professional development workshops

• Assisted in coordinating bi-weekly general body social meetings for undergraduate and graduate students • Created infographics and network with students to encourage participation and increase group membership

• Developed a hybrid engine using Nitrous Oxide and Paraffin to compete in the 10k Hybrid/Liquid category in Spaceport America• Created custom Python scripts for bolt calculations and optimization of fuel grain geometry increasing efficiency of development• Developed a P&ID detailing full piping and instrumentation of our engine necessary for reference during testing• Utilized SolidWorks to CAD the oxidizer tank, feed system, and full engine assembly• Mentored a group of 18 students in the development of a 3K feet solid motor designed to introduce them to rocketry• Collaborated with university professors in determining the logistics of acquiring propellants and materials in Mexico

• Optimized the operation of vacuum facilities used in the testing of electrospray thrusters through custom interfacing with a PC• Developed custom electronics and software to provide remote access to vacuum facilities, significantly decreasing setup time for testing• Increased the number of operable vacuum chambers through machining and assembly of necessary electronics bays

• Planned workshops and events that cater to the various phases of the LEAD program (Leadership, Ethics, Achievement, and Development)• Identified and networked with industry professionals who are viable for facilitating workshops

• Developed new outreach programs for disadvantaged students in the Boston/Cambridge area • Mentored low-income high school students to provide personalized guidance and empower success in undergraduate studies• Assisted in organizing weekly general body meetings for the Hispanic population at MIT to provide professional development opportunities and facilitate success in future careers

• Utilized ROS 2 to assist in the development of a multi-agent autonomy codebase for WORMS, an autonomous robot designed for extreme lunar environments

• Applied aerodynamic and propulsion principles to optimize a rocket’s wings, body, and fuel for maximum launch height • Researched, wrote, and published science article on the possibility of 3D printing homes on Mars• Collaborated with two team members to present findings to 200+ people in a virtual symposium

• Maintained an organized system for fulfilling online orders to provide a personalized shopping experience • Communicated clearly and professionally with team members in a fast-paced environment• Adapted each day to the number of online orders needing to be fulfilled while meeting appropriate deadlines