Jonathan Beas Email & Phone Number

Cambridge, MA, US

• 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

Mexico City, Mexico

• 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

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Interphase EDGE, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Electric Propulsion Research, MIT Rocket Team, MIT.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Crimson Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Advanced Jazz Band, Technology Student Association, Academic Super Bowl.