Experience

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  ThinkOrbital

  • Boulder, Colorado, United States

  • Engineering & Business Strategy Intern

    • Sep 2023 - Present
    • Boulder, Colorado, United States

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  Leeds Consulting Group

  • Senior Analyst

    • Sep 2023 - Present

    Professional club that cultivates innovative approaches to problem-solving and encourages the development of interdisciplinary perspectives among emerging consultants.

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  Tutoring

  • Private Tutor

    • Feb 2016 - Present

    Tutors more than 50 students from China and the US. Develops student confidence through attentive instruction in Math, English, Chinese, and the Sciences, applying positive reinforcement strategies.

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  Team IDLE

  • Project Manager

    • Aug 2023 - May 2024

    Project manager for a JPL-sponsored senior project. Leads a team in designing and testing a lunar regolith excavator. Responsible for coordinating efforts, managing resources, and ensuring adherence to JPL's standards. Focuses on facilitating collaboration and achieving project success.

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  Blue Canyon Technologies

  • Boulder, Colorado, United States

  • Test Engineering Intern

    • May 2023 - Aug 2023
    • Boulder, Colorado, United States

    Versatile test engineering intern proficient in designing comprehensive test plans and test cases aligned with customer requirements. Developed automated test scripts utilizing Ruby and Python for efficient testing processes. Conducted hands-on testing of various PCBs and spacecraft components. Utilized Microsoft Visio to design two Ground Support Equipment (GSE) harnesses, streamlining 9 and 16-cell battery balance test setups. Automated the test case accountability process using SQL and PowerBI, enhancing efficiency in test management

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  SpaceX

  • Dragon Controller Intern

    • May 2022 - Jul 2022

    Results-driven intern, contributing to substantial cost savings and process improvements. Spearheaded process enhancement projects at two sites, achieving a projected one-year savings of $10 million. Developed and demonstrated innovative Starbase hardware accountability processes, forecasting a $50 million two-year savings. Created real-time dashboards with SQL and Confluence, identifying 20+ cost-saving metrics. Assumed leadership of a team comprising 16 technicians, two engineers, and two interns across three sites for process optimization. Successfully implemented scalable automatic email notifications for overdue hardware checkouts. Authored and delivered companywide training for test and integration personnel on updated procedures.

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  Falcon AeroLab

  • Colorado, United States

  • Instructor

    • Aug 2020 - Mar 2022
    • Colorado, United States

    Engaged teaching assistant in a state-sponsored homeschool enrichment program focused on aviation. Collaborated with course instructors to support various subjects, including RC Airplane Design, Aeronautics, Robotics, and Aerodynamics. Delivered lectures to a diverse class of 30 students, ranging from ages 11 to 15, employing a hands-on teaching approach.

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  SpaceX

  • Hawthorne, California, United States

  • Dragon Controller Intern

    • May 2021 - Aug 2021
    • Hawthorne, California, United States

    Experienced in object-oriented programming using Python for developing vehicle test cases and test beds. Successfully upgraded a server rack critical to flight hardware testing, resolving networking issues through extensive troubleshooting. Engineered a new apparatus for integrating and testing RF antennae on the Dragon 2 capsule. Took charge of a Crew Dragon Trunk test campaign, demonstrating adept troubleshooting skills and ensuring smooth test execution. Conducted and analyzed test cases while also performing web development using CSS, HTML, and JavaScript. Pioneered the migration of telemetry data displays from outdated software applications to a web-based solution, streamlining data computation processes.

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  Dive Chat

  • United States
  • Social Networking Platforms
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Regional Manager

    • Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Organization Outreach Manager

    • Jul 2020 - Aug 2020

    Organization Outreach Manager @Dive Chat CU Boulder

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  Up-A-Creek Robotics

  • Robotics Team Captain

    • Apr 2016 - Apr 2019

    Dynamic leader of a FIRST robotics team, achieving World Championship Finalist status. Evaluated the feasibility of design decisions and assigned roles, including robot driver responsibilities. Proficient in designing mechanisms and assemblies using CAD. Actively engaged in test-driving new robots, brand building, and marketing initiatives. Established effective communication with teams globally and demonstrated multimedia skills by filming and editing promotional videos.