Kenneth P. Email & Phone Number

United States

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Fuel System RE for our new state of the art High Enthalpy Air-breathing Test (HEAT) Facility powering the P&W F100-229 engine.

Los Angeles , California, Us

Air-breathing Propulsion Rocket Engine Test Engineer.

Washington, Dc, Us

This program is designed to help you learn the proposal writing process and gain experience evaluating proposals, as well as provide you an opportunity to work within a virtual, interdisciplinary, team of students that are also passionate about science and engineering.

Broomfield, Co, Us

• Perform thermal analysis under the guidance of technical fellow.• Perform heat transfer analysis of various instrumentation utilizing Thermal Desktop and hand-calculations• Gaining experience in cryogenic materials, thermal, and optical properties.• Gaining a deeper understanding of heat transfer in a vacuum environment.

San Antonio, Tx, Us

• Run Mach 7 Hypersonic Ludwieg Wind Tunnel at The University of Texas at San Antonio. • Utilized Vertical milling machine to manufacture diaphragm valves and models to test inside the wind tunnel. • Collaborated with team to successfully implement DAQ system to record data using LabVIEW, and analyze data using MATLAB. • Successfully performed closed system wind tunnel testing.• Collaborated with team to perform hand calculations of normal shock location and oblique shock angle. • Learning experimental techniques such schlieren imaging and Particle Imaging Velocimetry (PIV).• In collaboration with team member, implemented Laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) that enables the nonintrusive measurement of a chemical species in a flow.

• In collaboration with the team we designed, built, and tested a solid propellant 2-stage rocket to compete in the Spaceport America Cup (SAC) in late June 2021.• Successfully ran simulations to check for performance using Java software (Open Rocket). • Create 3D model of the rocket using Solidworks 2020• Collaborated with a team of colleagues to write technical reports.• Successfully built my own rocket (#2 Rocket), launched it, and recovered it in order to obtain my L1 HPR Certification• Successfully built a FPV drone as part of the Aeronautics section of the club.

• Designing the main oxidizer valve per NASA SP-8080 standard for our newly designed hybrid rocket.• Produced CAD model of main oxidizer valve.• Performed static pressure simulation using Solidworks Simulation.• Performed combustion analysis using NASA CEA and MATLAB script.• Helped with PDR report as well as presentation.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Utilized XFLR5 & XFOIL to perform aerodynamic analysis of airfoils to be implemented into RC plane.• Successfully laser-cut balsa wood ribs for internal structure of RC plane wings.

Arlington, Va, Us

Waller, Texas, Us

• Completed heat Transfer and thermodynamic analysis on evaporator coil using REFPROP.• Utilized simulation tools to optimize performance, meet regulations and product integrity. • Conducted airflow and condensation testing in psychrometric testing rooms.• Successfully lead part and system DFMEA to identify potential problems and proactively provide solutions.• Plan and developed testing requirements of indoor coil through transit, compression, heat aging, performance, and other sorts of testing. • Built prototypes of new Air Handler design with new Horizontal evaporator coils using hand tools.

San Antonio, Tx, Us

• Review/modify engineering parts/drawings using Solidworks 2018 for design for manufacturing (DFM)• Liaison between Lancer Mexico plant and Lancer San Antonio for Counter Electric Dispenser (CED) products.• Oversees counter electric dispensing (CED) refrigeration product development, manufacturing, and implementation.• Evaluates and communicates risks/mitigation of new product• Ensures Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) requirements for all new parts & assemblies• Participates in early prototype building of proof of concept, Alpha, & Beta using hand tools, brazing, soldering, tube bending, vacuuming compressor, charging R290 (Propane), leak testing, etc.• Liaison with value stream members to understand current capabilities and assembly methods for integration of new product development.• Cost tracking of new product to ensure budget is met.• Develops initial Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), process flow charts, and control plans for new product releases in coordination with operational value stream members• Documenting Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Excellence (DFX).• Reviews drawings, BOMs, and routings for implementation of Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s).• Sets up Journals for part ordering using ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics 2009.

Cork, Ireland, Ie

• Acquires and provides input and set up data acquisition software. • Diagnose and troubleshoot chiller faults.• Diagnoses and resolves issues with the data acquisition system • Communicates results and resolution of issues with sales engineer and external customer • Perform vacuum, nitrogen leak testing, and charging of refrigerant R134A and R1234YF• Provides a summary of testing results to product engineering for further analysis• Vibration testing of chiller’s motor utilizing SKF Microlog analyzer GX.• Testing of both evaporator and condenser vessels for leaks.

Master Of Science - Ms, Aerospace Engineering

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning And Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering