EDUCATION
University of Colorado Boulder
Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, May 2023
Cumulative GPA: 3.60
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, May 2020
Cumulative GPA: 3.57
RELEVANT COURSES
- Decision Making Under Uncertainty (Deep Reinforcement Learning), Spaceflight Dynamics, Introduction to GNSS, Feedback and Control Systems, Digital Control Systems, High-Speed PCB Design, Signals and Systems, Communications, Analog IC Design, Engineering Electromagnetics
WORK EXPERIENCE
Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer, August 2020 – Present
Lockheed Martin Space
Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS)
- Conduct navigation performance analyses showing effects to guidance and control for all-digital simulations, hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and test flights
- Develop plans and procedures for polarity/phasing testing of vehicle for proper TVC actuation
- Develop plans and procedures for testing of navigator transfer alignment performance
- Write models and make various updates to a 6-DOF simulation in both Fortran and C++
- Hold algorithm reviews with necessary stakeholders to identify potential changes and make identified corrections to the algorithm and/or unit tests
- Maintain CI/CD pipeline to keep software baseline moving forward for software releases
Military Support Programs (MSP)
- Wrote MATLAB test scripts for spacecraft component Simulink models such as magnetometer and sun sensor models to test against hardware data for truth validation in the CoreSim framework
- Updated spacecraft component Simulink models to utilize CoreSim library blocks
Undergraduate Research Assistant, March 2020 – Present
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Create a mobile robot that has autonomous navigational capabilities using motor encoders, LIDAR, and depth camera
- Integrate Robot Operating System (ROS) packages that provide reliable odometry from both motor encoders and depth camera (visual odometry)
- Perform 2D and 3D Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) using Real-Time Appearance-Based Mapping (RTAB-Map)
- Build ROS packages for autonomous navigation using the ROS Navigation stack
Associate in Engineering, May 2019 – May 2020
Mission Support and Test Services, LLC
- Support underground subcritical experiments by providing fabrication and analysis of fiber optic cables for use with diagnostic systems
- Ensure cables in the laboratory provide maximum light throughput, low insertion loss, and low back reflection for different projects and experiments within the Department of Energy
Academic Tutor, September 2018 – May 2019
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Help students better understand their coursework in a group setting
- Tutor students in courses such as math, physics, and engineering
- Establish and maintain rapport to provide a conducive learning environment
Aviator’s Breathing Oxygen Program Manager, June 2014 – January 2017
United States Marine Corps
- Trained and supervised members to maintain liquid oxygen-handling equipment
- Test samples of LOX to ensure purity of oxygen utilizing oxygen analyzer
- Evaluated and implemented program procedures to supply clean oxygen for flight safety
- Stood three inspections as manager of this program with exemplary results
Aviation Support Equipment Supervisor, January 2013 – January 2017
United States Marine Corps
- Conducted and supervised diesel and hydraulic equipment repairs
- Ensured quality output to customers receiving repaired items
- Executed quality assurance roles to ensure efficiency and safety of personnel
SKILLS
- Lab Equipment: Oscilloscope, Digital Multimeter, Function Generator, DC Power Supply
- Computer: Python, C/C++, Git, MATLAB/Simulink, Robot Operating System (ROS), Systems Tool Kit (STK), LTSpice
- Operating Systems: Windows, Linux
AFFILIATIONS
- Past Secretary, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) UNLV Chapter
- Past Member, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) UNLV Chapter
- Past Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) UNLV Chapter
- Lifetime Member, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, NV B ’19
- Active Member, Tripoli Rocketry Association, Inc., Member #: 18929
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Amateur Radio (Ham) Technician License, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Callsign: KJ7DHX
- Tripoli Rocketry Association, Level 2 High-Power Rocketry Certification, Member ID: 18929
- Systems Tool Kit (STK) Level 1 Certification, Analytical Graphics Inc.
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