Patrick Barry Email & Phone Number

Annandale, VA, US

Atlanta, GA

• Wrote Model-Predictive Path Integral (MPPI) controller for F1Tenth racecar platform
• Implemented controller software in Python using PyTorch library for GPU code acceleration and integrated code with the racecar’s existing Robot Operating System (ROS)
• Optimized software algorithm for a 6x speedup from 3 Hz to 20+ Hz controller loop
• Performing extensive simulation and testing to enhance the controller’s cost function

Atlanta, GA

• Led team of 10+ students to develop avionics suites, software, and controllers for both a thrust-vectored rocket and a rocket controlled by jet vanes
• Wrote comprehensive 6-DOF MATLAB simulations for quaternion attitude estimation and a linear quadratic regulator (LQR) controller loop to perform Monte Carlo analysis
• Implemented state estimation algorithms for position, velocity, and attitude in C on an STM32 microcontroller
• Developed electronics for a static fire test system, including remote commands, motor ignition, and servo timing

Chantilly, VA

• Modeled spacecraft concept designs in a concurrent engineering tool to satisfy mission architectures
• Collaborated with subject matter experts to assess feasibility of existing spacecraft designs
• Algorithmically analyzed attitude control and propulsion subsystems to balance performance and cost
• Presented study findings to customers with comprehensive documentation

Annandale, VA

• Selected and organized drills and games for children aged 4-14 to foster skill development and self-confidence in a fun environment
• Promoted to manager of primary location for summer 2023; responsible for oversight of multiple coaches and more than 50 students
• Directed fitness program in summer 2023 for elite players seeking college recruitment, promoting discipline and mental toughness to help players achieve their goals

Atlanta, GA

• Collaborated in small team to develop low-cost wireless sensors to measure various properties (temperature, occupancy, air quality, etc.) in campus buildings
• Implemented current sensor software on a Raspberry Pi microcontroller
• Engaged in both mechanical and electrical design of sensor and housing, including CAD and printed circuit board (PCB) design

Phoenix, AZ

• Participated in the Mission Concept Academy, receiving mission development skills training from top NASA scientists and engineers
• Served as Deputy Project Manager on an 11-person virtual team to assemble a Preliminary Design Review for a rover mission to Mars’ northern polar region
• Led communications between science and engineering subteams while developing mission specifics, including mission timeline, while considering past missions and budget constraints

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

High School Diploma