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Vero Beach, Fl, Us

Vero Beach, Florida, United States

Conduct structural analyses and compile non-conformance reports in accordance with CFR Part 23, ensuring compliance with federal aviation standards. Contribute to engineering substantiation plans that enhance project timelines and deliverables. Leverage advanced software and hand calculations for static and fatigue assessments to validate structural integrity and performance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess design modifications and drive effective engineering solutions, while preparing technical documentation and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders.

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

Managed the alumni database using Ellucian's Advance software, maintaining data integrity and confidentiality while enhancing outreach through precise record updates. Collaborated with the data services team to streamline processes and improve the efficiency of alumni communications.

Led a team of five to design a Minimum Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) concept, enabling transport of a two-person crew from Mars’ surface to a mothership in low orbit within a strict 5,000 kg dry mass limit. Acted as lead power systems engineer, optimizing the power subsystem to achieve a 5% dry mass reduction, enhancing vehicle efficiency. Developed and managed a mass budget that decreased the total MAV mass by 26%, ensuring mission compliance. Created a cost budget that cut the overall mission cost by 87% annually, demonstrating effective resource management and strategic planning.

Daytona Beach, Florida Area

Trained to conduct PoSSUM suborbital noctilucent cloud tomography missions. Gained skills in mitigating G-induced blackouts and became familiar with High-G and microgravity environments in an Extra 300L aerobatic aircraft. Completed high-altitude mission training in a hyperbaric altitude facility. Performed safety checks and conducted basic operations in a spacesuit.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Conducted finite element analysis (FEA) on aircraft components, achieving an error rate of less than 10% compared to physical testing, showcasing accuracy and reliability in analysis. Enhanced structural efficiency by analyzing shear distribution using MSC NASTRAN and PATRAN, improving performance of critical components. Designed and modeled various aircraft structures, utilizing 2D drafting and 3D modeling techniques for airframe components, contributing to innovative design solutions.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Acquired in-depth knowledge of industry practices in manufacturing aircraft structural components across engineering, tooling, metrology, surface treatment, production, and assembly departments. Evaluated wing planforms to assess aerodynamic and structural stability, enhancing design integrity. Assisted in assembling stabilizers and flaps for a single-engine, 8-seater utility aircraft, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

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

Activities and Societies: Experimental Jet Engine Propulsion Club (XJEP); Phi Delta Theta Fraternity - Historian, Community Service.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering, Minor In Applied Mathematics, Honor Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Experimental Jet Engine Propulsion Club (XJEP) - Structures Team; Phi Delta Theta Fraternity - Historian; Chess.

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

Activities and Societies: Society of Advanced Rocket Propulsion (SARP) - Structures Team

Gcse Advanced Level Qualification, Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics

Activities and Societies: The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Gold Award

Cambridge Igcse

Activities and Societies: Student Business Leadership Forum - Director of Finance; Photography/Media Club; Environmental Club; School.