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Houston, TX, US

Tampa, Florida, United States

• Designed and fabricated all mechanical components of advanced technology prototypes for several clients in the defense industry.
• Developed simulations for drone reconnaissance methods and counter measures using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM).
• Designed gas lift cylinders for explosive displays in defense technology demonstrations, increasing visual impact, reliability, and safety.
• Repaired and maintained 3D printers (Formlabs Form 3, Markforged Mark Two, Creality Ender-5 Pro), ensuring high-quality production and reducing downtime.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Led team members in robotics design and construction while fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Mentored new team members to improve their effective design strategies and advanced manufacturing techniques, resulting in 30% more podiumplacements at state and national tournaments.
• Orchestrated and executed various robotics competitions, educational events, and opportunities for student involvement.
• Monitored and enforced safety protocols during events, testing, and manufacturing, to maintain a safe environment for students and equipment.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Designed innovative armor with shock-absorbing mounts to reduce transmitted shock from high-energy impacts by 70%.
• Optimized performance and durability by using in-depth assessments of material properties for elastomer and hardened steel selection.
• Devised efficient manufacturing processes for part fabrication and assembly, ensuring precision in construction.
• Engineered armor for a 250-pound robot, successfully balancing size, cost, weight, and manufacturability considerations, within the constraints of university tools and a club budget.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Designed and constructed one three-pound and four one pound robots, competing in ten competitions, and achieving a third-place finish in a statewide onepound professional tournament.
• Conceptualized and crafted intricate SOLIDWORKS models for robots, meticulously selecting components while balancing cost considerations andensuring optimal functionality.
• Employed a diverse range of manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing, CNC machining, lathe operations, and water jet cutting to fabricate precisioncomponents and assemble robots with precision and efficiency.

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

• Designed a cooling and lubrication system for a DARPA-funded 1.5 MW blended hybrid turbofan used in high-speed vertical takeoff and landing
• Conducted comprehensive thermal analysis of electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems using MATLAB, Excel, and SMath to estimate performance andoptimized system costs by 12% through strategic selection of off-the-shelf.
• Developed a detailed SOLIDWORKS model for the piping structure and component layouts to streamline the design process.
• Engineered a compact gear train for power transmission to auxiliary systems from a turbo shaft, reducing physical footprint by 60%.
• Collaborated with vendors, negotiating systems requirements and production capabilities, contributing to effective communication and efficient projectexecution.
• Contributed to a proposal team by providing engineering analysis and technical data, playing a key role in securing a prospective client.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Collaborated as a mechanical engineer with a programming focus, establishing seamless communication between software and mechanical teams to craftrobust control systems for multiple robots.
• Independently developed and implemented robot software for remote control, integrating motor encoders and proximity sensors to achieve a 95% successrate in autonomous tasks and a 10% improvement in speed.
• Applied rapid prototyping and analyzed performance data to engineer and enhance robot designs.
• Assumed a leadership role by directing strategies at three robotics competitions, contributing to third and first place rankings.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Spearheaded construction of a field-testing environment, ensuring rigorous testing conditions and data collection.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting expertise by identifying and resolving mechanical systems failures.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Streamlined functionality of the control systems by transitioning the end effector to electric actuation, optimizing complexity and performance.
• Developed a passive stabilization mechanism and overhauled the buoyancy regulation apparatus, contributing to improved stability.
• Improved performance by working collaboratively with electrical and software teams, facilitating iterative enhancements.

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

MS Research Fellow

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Gator Robotics Battlebots Vice President, GATR Vex Robotics, Tau Beta Pi, Machine Intelligence Lab, Honors.

High School Diploma