Experience

NASA Langley Research Center

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Aerospace Engineer, Heat Transfer

  • Jun 2020 - Present

• Pathways Engineering Student Trainee

  • Feb 2017 - Jun 2020

  Heat Transfer Engineering for space bound hardware. This involves the use of Thermal Desktop in order to generated a simplified thermal model of the hardware system and evaluating for the possible need for passive thermal control.



Johnson Controls

• Ireland
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Summer Engineering Internship

  • May 2016 - Sep 2016

  My responsibilities and tasks: • Assisted with construction of customized lab safety equipment • Updated Lockout/Tagout procedures by using LockoutPro software to generate instructions • Managed daily test log for all battery test stations for life cycle testing • Repair of thermocouples used in Lithium Ion battery testing • Assisted with Lithium Ion Battery Testing by installing thermocouples and test fixtures My responsibilities and tasks: • Assisted with construction of customized lab safety equipment • Updated Lockout/Tagout procedures by using LockoutPro software to generate instructions • Managed daily test log for all battery test stations for life cycle testing • Repair of thermocouples used in Lithium Ion battery testing • Assisted with Lithium Ion Battery Testing by installing thermocouples and test fixtures



NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• System Integration and Test Engineering Intern (NIFS Program)

  • Aug 2015 - Dec 2015

  During the beginning of this internship I had the opportunity of working the RaD-X and Cubes-in-Space scientific balloon launch from Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility in New Mexico. This involved assisting in Mission Operations Center setup at the balloon facility in New Mexico and launch day data collection. My major project involved collecting information and research documents to help researchers who are interested in including SmallSats in their research. Radiation Dosimetry Experiment (RaD-X) Scientific Balloon Launch: *Assisted in ground support equipment (GSE) and payload packing for shipment to New Mexico and document organization *Collected Data during launch day *Aided in oversight of the Cubes-in-Space payload *Helped setup the Mission Operations Center in New Mexico Rapid Response Radiation Survey (R3S) Thermal Vacuum Test *Worked with project Thermal Engineer in order to generate a Thermal Vacuum Test procedure *Oversaw the running of the test and stayed in communication with the project group inorder to report test status *Generated test report after test conclusion *Handled sensitive but unclassified documents and hardware Internship Project: *Researched orbital launch vehicles used to transport Small Satellite, including CubeSats, to low Earth Orbit *Edited previously collected information *Collected other important information regarding: contamination control, vibration survival information, scientific ballooning, thermal environment, and pressure reduction rate during assent. General activities around the System Integration and Test Branch: *Replaced level 5 clean room equipment *Generate operations procedure for Cascade TEK Thermal Vacuum Ovens -This included the method of taking TQCM data, RGA scans, and thermocouple data processing *Collected particle counts within cleanrooms to help with ISO certification Show less



NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Contamination Control Engineer Intern

  • Jan 2015 - May 2015

  *FTIR Analysis for Cryogenic Surface Rinse after Thermal Vacuum Testing • Researched theory behind Fourier Transform Infrared Analysis using an Attenuated Total Reflectance accessory • Assembled a procedure that would be used for quick analysis of scavenger plate rinse to identify abnormalities that maybe harmful to the tested payload • Instructed and used a ThermoNicolet Nexus 670 Fourier Transform Spectrometer and OMNIC Collection and Analysis Software *Cubes in Space, Educational Project for Middle and High School Students • Instructed and operate stainless steel bell jar in order to reach 4 Torr of pressure • Instructed in safe handling procedures for cryogenic liquids • Determined and evaluated different methods of sealing 2 in acrylic cubes to determine the possibility of holding atmospheric pressure during a high altitude balloon flight *RaD-X Project • Assisted in a system integration procedure which included correct electrostatic discharge practices • Designed and built the support structure for the heater platen’s electronic control system to be used during the thermal vacuum test *Flight Foam Thermal Test for RaD-X Project • Designed, executed, and reported thermal test so that the Thermal Engineer could calculate thermal values for the flight foam in a vacuum environment • Helped Thermal Engineer place Thermal Couples within vacuum chamber and on test foam pieces • Communicated with Thermal Engineer to determine if desired temperatures were reached during testing General Lab Assistance • Assisted with thermal vacuum chamber renovation • Setup and assisted testing of a nitrogen gas assisted cooling system with venturi eductor • Experience working in a ISO Level 6 clean tent environment • Researched material interaction in a thermal vacuum • Evaluated and corrected procedures used to evacuate vacuum chambers Show less



Jedco, LLC

• Metallurgical Lab Intern

  • Oct 2013 - Jan 2015

  Prepare metal samples for aerospace components for evaluation for surface contamination. Evaluate samples for surface contamination. Customer approved for unsupervised surface contamination of titanium alloy samples. • Identify, cut, mount, and polish material specimens for evaluation of surface contamination • Evaluate titanium photomicrographs for the presence of surface contamination and report thickness if present • Use operational sketches and customer standard sheets for correct procedures to evaluation materials • Assess the quality of laser cut parts including identification of heat effected zone, depth of cracking, and surface irregularities • Follow customer procedures for evaluation and location of test sample • Assisted with certification documentation Show less



Faurecia

• France
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Co-op Intern

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  While working as a co-op intern I assisted Senior Project Managers at the innovation center in Holland. During the summer I was asked to design several tests. The first was to evaluate sensors used in a major project, the second was to collect data related to air pressure in a bladder. During this experience I learned about how innovation fit within the manufacturing process. I know have a greater understanding of Excel and have the ability to 3D print with a MakerBot. • Worked on Learn Fast prototypes • Constructed prototypes through the use of CAD, 3-D printer software, and constructed parts by hand • Updated, researched, investigated, and organized new technologies, materials, and start-up companies for a reference database • Assisted in designing, running, and data evaluation for testing procedures used to test biometric sensors • participated in project critiques and evaluations • Constructed a pump test to evaluate the voltage draw from the pump as the pressure was increased in a bladder • Planned, designed and executed study of voltage draw from a pump used for car seat adjustments • Researched and investigated causes of motion sickness and carsickness • Researched, designed, and executed study on driver posture by identifying location within the vehicle to place video cameras to record data • Data acquisition through the use of Signal Express LE software. Show less



Grand Valley State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Math Tutor

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  My primary focus was to work with students enrolled in Engineering Statistics to help them with both calculations and technical writing. This involved working one-on-one with students who arrived at the tutoring center for help. This required a good amount of problem solving skills since students never arrived with the same problem. When engineering students were not in need of help I would assist with students enrolled in other math classes. This included basic college math, algebra, and calculus of several levels. This position required a positive attitude and the willing to help students who could be frustrated with their school work. Main Responsibilities: • Tutored student in the engineering statistics class and mathematics students up to Calculus 3 • Worked with mathematics students up to Calculus 3 • Evaluated and assisted students in engineering statistics with data evaluation and technical reports Show less



Davis Dental Lab

• Orthodonics Technician

  • Jul 2010 - Aug 2013



Hidden Television, LLC

• Toledo, Ohio

• Produce Manager and Developer

  • Oct 2008 - Jan 2010

  Hidden Television specialized in coated glass for teleprompter and mirrors to cover an LCD television so that when the television was off there would be just a mirror; turning the TV on allowed the viewer to see the TV. It is similar to two-way mirrors. My responsibility included: -Managing store room inventory and notifying ordering agents when stock was low -Assembly of custom ordered products that included: teleprompters, frames, and custom cut pieces of coated glass -Develop product labels, information packets, and flyers for distribution with custom orders -Design and assemble trade-show booth -Participate in trade-shows by attending as a product specialist -Loading and unloading of product delivered or being shipped. This involved using a forklift. Show less



Bowling Green State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructor of Fine Art

  • Aug 2006 - May 2008

  While working as an Instructor I was responsible for teaching several different levels of Metalsmithing Courses. During my second year I was appointed to Interim Area Chair for the Metalsmithing Area. With this position came more responsibility including budget management and area organization. This included overseeing the Graduate Student Assistantship recipients and Advanced Level Lab Monitors. During this time I was the Academic Advisor for the Student Metals Art Council and received several grants to sponsor visiting artist workshops and to support student travel to professional conferences. My artwork was exhibited across the country and purchased into permanent collections such as The Muskegon Museum of Art and Bowling Green State University. Courses of Instruction • Introduction to Jewelry and Metalsmithing • Intermediate 1 and 2 Jewelry and Metalsmithing • Advanced 1 and 2 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing • Graduate 1 and 2 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing Workshops organized for educational purposes • Michael Boyd Lapidary Workshop, 2008 • Draper Knives Damascus and Knife Workshop, 2006 and 2007 • Ann Mondro Felt Making Workshop, 2006 Grants Received for Educational Purposes • Medici Circle Grant - Michael Boyd Workshop, 2008 • BGSU School of Art Trip Grant - SOFA Chicago Student Trip, 2007 • Medici Circle Grant - SOFA Chicago Student Trip, 2007 • Medici Circle Grant - Boris Bally Workshop, 2007 Grants and Awards for Professional Artwork • 2010 Greater Grand Rapids Art Council Individual Excellence Award, Michigan • 2008 Individual Excellence Award, Ohio Art Council, Ohio • 2007 Pamela Morris Thomford Excellence in Metal Award, Ohio Designer Craftsman Columbus, Ohio Featured Publication • “New Glass Review 29,” Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, New York, • “Member Profile,” Ohio Designer Craftsman Newsletter, Columbus, Ohio, Summer 2008 • Mayr, Bill, “Energy Abounds in Sampling of Registry Regulars,” The Columbus Dispatch, Columbus, OH, November 13, 2008 Show less