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New York, Ny, Us

Denver, Colorado, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

I advised NASA as a structural engineering expert on an electric aircraft project. My efforts include the following:• Saved $10K in costs by pioneering a state-of-the-art experiment utilizing novel optimization methods in Python• Quickly mastered complex analysis techniques and delivered quantitative results 3 months earlier than expected• Presented to director-level stakeholders on a weekly basis delivering updates and scoping recommendations

North Platte, Nebraska, United States

I initiated a project at the world’s largest railyard on minimizing dwell (time a locomotive spends idle). Some of my achievements included the following:• Investigated current practices and designed a user-friendly analysis tool with Excel to track dwell for 100+ trains daily• Utilized statistics-driven analysis of 4,500+ data points, identified critical repair information, and partnered with stakeholders in implementing novel maintenance strategies for 8,500+ locomotives across 9 fleets• Reduced dwell time by 25% (4 hours) for 30 locomotives weekly by optimizing track operation procedures

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

I directed a 10-person team responsible for handling $250K in equipment transactions with 5K+ customers annually. Some of my accomplishments included the following:• Increased revenue by 20% during FY2021 by orchestrating the implementation of an online equipment rental system• Developed return-to-business strategies during the pandemic by advising institute leadership in weekly meetings• Ensured a sustainable work culture by appointing my successor as manager and mentoring them over 6 months

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

• Facilitated growth, teamwork, and problem-solving for youth, student, and corporate groups via specially designed activities• Practiced group management, active listening, and adaptability skills

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

• Resolve inquiries, supply equipment rentals, retrieve data, facilitate adventure trip registrations, and provide expertise regarding outdoor recreation activities for 100+ customers weekly• Coordinate logistics for multi-day outdoor adventure trips, campus events, and informational sessions

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

I led a 10-person, multi-disciplinary team on the development of a robotic rover for Mars. My role involved the following:• Inspired teammates to act by communicating project goals, delegating tasks, and helping them master technical skills• Demonstrated problem structuring, analysis techniques in an institute-sponsored presentation to stakeholders• Won the President’s Undergraduate Research Award, which recognizes the top ~1% of student researchers

Master Of Science - Ms, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering

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