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-Perform finite element analysis on high pressure flow control systems and control actuation systems to determine survivability in static, dynamic, and thermal environments. -Develop models using Simulink, Python and Fortran in order to optimize controls system design and reduce cost.-Create plugins within Abaqus FEA using Python to streamline workflow and increase efficiency.

Montville, Nj

- Designed and built new sealing interface for experimental pilot valve for use by SpaceX and other commercial space groups; cost savings over 20% per valve.- Integrated high pressure pneumatic system for valve testing, up to 6000 psi.- Incorporated dimensional changes to reduce unwanted pressure imbalance by 85%.- Wrote programs for material testing to determine creep characteristics and fatigue failures.- Designed new fixture for manual seat assembly.- Created special process document for part inspection procedure in order to screen parts that may lead to leakage; significantly reduced failures after implementation.- Operated Instron load cell and analyzed data to determine optimal sealing design.- Polished and inspected valve seats using OGP Smartscope and VHX 6000 microscope to measure dimensions at micron level.

Ann Arbor

-Work with team of students on design task for P&G assembly line.-Create an automated measurement system to check for productflaws and packaging errors using a universal robot UR10.

-Managed day-to-day operations at New York City construction firm.-Assisted design team to facilitate communication with supervisors. -Issued out new drawings to contractors and updated drawing sets. -Communicated with owners to manage change orders and budgetaryplans. Organized spreadsheets to bookkeep changes. -Created and implemented improved auto-fill system for data input; data system still in use after internship ended.

Midland Park, Nj

-Designed and manufactured parts in a machine shop-Gained experience with machinery like mills and drill presses-Verified tolerances of parts with Vision Inspection machine

Ann Arbor, Mi

-Assist in testing of animal knees/connective tissues to learn about their structural properties, with application to human ACL surgery-Design and build testing hardware, including the actual testing rigand camera mount.

Oradell, Nj

- Contributed to team of engineers designing large-scale power and pollution-control projects- Learned and expanded on knowledge of programs such as AutoCAD- Checked blueprints and project specifications for accuracy; founderrors in calculations

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering, Gpa- 4.0

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.94

Activities and Societies: Tau Beta Pi Zeta Psi

High School, Academy Of Engineering And Design Technology, 3.84