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▪ Familiarity and working knowledge of mechanical instrumentation and systems within a professional lab environment: fast-scanning Langmuir probes, pneumatic and mechanical drives, X-ray detection instrumentation, high vacuum systems, radiation shielding, fast camera imaging, systems cooling, fast pellet injection, and other diagnostic systems for use in and around Tokamak fusion reactions▪ Design of above utilizing PTC Creo (Pro/Engineer), ANSYS design software, and MATLab suite includingcomponents, assemblies, technical drawings, static and dynamic loading simulations, thermal simulation, and corresponding analysis, with a focus on cost-effective component manufacturing, on-site assembly, and long-term maintainability▪ Use of PDCA cycle to design, analyze, prototype, problem solve, fabricate, assemble, test, and maintain above systems using machine design conventions, computational solid mechanics, material evaluation, machining, 3D SLA printing scale modeling, as well as precision measurement techniques and tooling▪ Material evaluation for array of applications: strength, ductility, endurance, vibration, heat resistance, conductivity, electrical insulation, ultra-high vacuum, radiation shielding, and magnetic shielding▪ Collaboration and coordination with interdisciplinary departments (electrical, software, vacuum, structural, facilities, shops/vendors) to develop, implement, and maintain multi-system devices▪ Documentation and presentation of engineering methodologies for peer review of developing and finalized system designs during key design cycle checkpoints, using PLM, PDCA/Agile, & Scrum techniques

▪ Designed systems of diagnostic probes and research equipment for use in Tokamak fusion reactor▪ Designed components and selected materials for high-temperature vacuum environment, with a focus on cost-effective component manufacturing▪ Conducted rapid CAD prototyping and machining, from first concept to design implementation▪ Coordinated with interdisciplinary department for complex systems engineering▪ Documented and presented engineering methods and decisions within the design process using PLM, PDCA, & Agile techniques

▪ Supervision, coaching, and management of 20 participants▪ Management and coordination of up to 2 competitive level teams▪ Creation and organization of daily, weekly, monthly meso-cycle, and yearly lesson planning▪ Inter-department coordination, planning, and goal-alignment▪ Daily communication with participants and parents

▪ Supervision, coaching, and management of 40 participants▪ Management and coordination of 6 competitive level teams▪ Creation and organization of daily, weekly, monthly meso-cycle, and yearly lesson planning▪ Inter-department coordination, planning, and goal-alignment▪ Financial and administrative record keeping▪ Daily communication and event coordination with participants and parents (Agile-style coordination)

▪ Lead project manager of multi-stage research project - in conjunction with Space Tango and Sanford Stem Cell Institute - focused on stem cell research in hyper gravity and LEO▪ Engineering integration across mechanical, structural, electrical, and software disciplines pursuing maintenance & redesign of a 14’ centrifuge: a hypergravity ground analog for two-stage rocket space launches▪ Design and implementation of multi-stage stepper motor: specification, mounting parameters, core run-code, data fitment preprocessing, PID tuning, and real-time output diagnosis▪ Electronics: power systems, closed-loop controls, stepper drives, relays, and E-stop systems▪ Iterative, multi-stage prototyping, manufacturing, and assembly: preliminary calculations (e.g. required dynamic motor torque/power, braking torque, gear tooth fatigue/failure), SolidWorks CAD design, static and dynamic FEA, 3D printed preliminary designs, part production in a professional machine shop, on-site assembly, and diagnostic maintenance of completed systems▪ Production of assembly ready components using lathes and mills (both manual & CNC), waterjet, laser cutter, laser welder, pneumatic press brake, precision measurement instrumentation, and other shop tools▪ Coordination of a designated lab space and 6 staff utilizing Agile and Waterfall management techniques

▪ Created a curriculum for shaft fatigue design project and failure modes for 6 lectures in undergraduate Machine Component Design course▪ Lead and consulted students on a two-phase shaft design project utilizing hand calculation and creation of automated code▪ Led discussion boards and office hours to explain critical concepts to students

- Conducted research and led reports on contemporary and upcoming methods to identify human biomarkers of disease and exposure using liquid chromatography and gas chromatography detectors- Internship awarded under the Naval Research Enterprise Intern Program

- Lead project coordinator of 4-6 undergraduate engineers- Coordinated inter-project work amongst 5 project teams- Designed and fabricated hull and steering components in metals, plastics, and composites