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Denver, Co, Us

Greater Denver Area

Measure and analyze the heat generation, efficiency, durability, and thermal capacity of energy storage components and systems under specified charge/discharge cycles using the lab's R&D 100 Award-winning Isothermal Battery Calorimeters, infrared thermography systems, environmental chambers, battery cyclers, and other test equipment to enhance performance, lifespan, and safety of energy storage components.• Implemented intelligent charging algorithms on the cell level, which reduced aging and optimized charge efficiency and led to an additional $300k for the project to continue. • Designed and ran battery thermal management tests from the cell to the pack level for US automotive manufacturers. • Increased laboratory testing capability by integrating CAN communication with testing equipment.• Collaborated with industry partners to develop test requirements and test procedures. • Analyzed and presented test data to project sponsors.• Managed several different projects simultaneously throughout all testing phases.

Boulder, Co

•Conduct research, testing, and analysis of LTE network performance characteristics for the Public Safety Communications Research project. •Design and deploy LTE harnessing hardware and equipment.•Investigate in-building and extended-cell LTE network coverage, while providing data to aid in development of new network standards. •Assist with the composition of technical reports and presentations that will be delivered to the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Protection Agency.

Los Alamos, Nm

•Provided engineering development and product integration support for advanced CubeSat systems within an integrated product team environment. •Developed CAD models, detailed part drawings, assembly drawings, interface control drawings, as well as fabrication and installation drawings using Pro/E.•Using finite element models, as well as force and moment diagrams to interpret loads and forces on dynamic parts; I performed resonant stress analysis on structural test systems.•Improved on previous design concepts by automating solar panel deployment.•Improved efficiency of the spacecraft by minimizing the volume needed for power components.•Developed test requirements that lead to successful spacecraft deployment. •Met strict design deadlines by quickly adapting to and utilizing new technologies, tools, and processes.

Las Cruces, New Mexico Area

•Provided leadership skills by mentoring students enrolled in NMSU’s College of Engineering Integrated Learning Community program•Helped students succeed by attending by leading tutoring sessions for students on topics involving science, engineering, and mathematics.•Helped increase the effectiveness of the project by researching past participants and using the acquired data to better serve future participants.

Las Cruces, New Mexico Area

•Laboratory assistant for the Aero-Fluids Laboratory offered at New Mexico State University•Assisted students running experiments dealing with a wide variety of aerospace applications. •Implemented strict safety procedures in laboratory environments.

Los Alamos, Nm

•Worked on the Space Based Instrumentation Project by assisting with the assembly and manufacturing of mechanical components in a clean-room environment.•Fabricated test components using machine shop equipment.•I added to the efficiency of the project by utilizing FARO 3D measurement technology during calibration procedures and assembly inspections.•Utilizing verbal and written mediums I assisted with organization and formatting of integration control documentation.•Attained engineering testing experience with thermal vacuum and vibration testing

Master'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Recently Graduated with a MS in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in Fluid and Thermal Sciences. GPA: 3.96

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Aerospace Engineering, Graduate

Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate ScholarsGPA: 3.521