My focus is on developing the mechanical systems for Conex Research missions. This includes leading the Mechanical Systems Team to develop, analyse and validate the spacecraft subsystems. The primary objective is to facilitate the goals of the Science Team to obtain the required data within the requirements we derive for the system.

10 month internship program focusing on structures and GNC-related activities

I lead Loughborough UAV to compete at the IMechE Unmanned Aerial Systems Challenge 2021. I organised a team of 20 engineers to develop an autonomous aerial vehicle to complete a humanitarian aid mission. I instituted best engineering practices, testing and documentation procedures and a culture of innovation. Guiding the team through COVID-19 in a safe and reliable manner provided me with my toughest challenge to date. However, we successfully developed an aerial vehicle called Manta. This fixed wing UAV featured a blended-wing-body design, high aspect ratio wings, a rapidly deployable empennage and a novel propulsion solution. I was instrumental in the design, manufacturing, testing and optimisation of our custom electric coaxial contrarotating motor unit. This is an example of culture of that has been adopted and proved by the team after my departure. As the first Chief Project Coordinator of a new Loughborough UAV, my team and I set the foundation for future incarnations of the team to achieve victory whilst creating reliable UAVs, featuring logical innovations and all whilst having fun.The following images highlight that mistakes were made. Mistakes that led to loss of aircraft and, at times, loss of self-belief. In all instances, the team picked themselves up, figured out what went wrong and fixed the problem. We only had one successful flight and unfortunately, it was not at the competition. But when it flew, it flew well. I will take the lessons I have learnt from this experience with me throughout my whole life.

Lead intern for developing the white paper for Drexciya Mission. Responsibilities involved working with a global team online to develop an engineering and business case for an exploration spacecraft to inspect prospective asteroid candidates for future mining.Gained experience in team management, project management and SMAD. Specific focus on mission costing using Cost Estimate Relationships (CERs).

Led Loughborough Space to run online design events and in-person astronomy evenings during COVID-19.Ensured safe and reliable operation of the Projects Team as we continued development on our hybrid rocket engine: The Chimera Mk2

After my first year as a member of the Loughborough Space Society rocketry projects team, I was elected to lead the next year of projects. In order to promote inclusivity and engagement with projects, I introduced a High Altitude Balloon project for new members to engage with but also created a number of manufacturing plans and processes requiring multiple members to cooperate and work with coordination to produce our next rocket, The Chimera Mk2.

As part of the NX Assemblies, Routing and Teamcenter Integration Quality Assurance Team, I worked with some of the world's leading developers with the goal of improving NX for current and future customers. This experience not only improved my technical skills (such as learning C++ and improving my knowledge of Python) but also my interpersonal skills as a result of regular meetings with co-workers from around the world.

AchievementsLondon regional 2016-2017 - winner Video competition 2017-2018 - winner National competition 2016-2017 - runner upNational competition 2017-2018 - winnerInternational Space Settlement Design Competition 2017 - runner upInternational Space Settlement Design Competition 2018 - runner up