Interconnect Mechanical Engineer

• Aug 2022 - Present

Research Assistant

• Aug 2020 - Aug 2022

I work as a research assistant in the Autonomous Control and Information Technology Institute. My work is focused on studying machine learning algorithms with the purpose of improving on autonomous systems specifically Computer Vision. I plan on improving image classification systems through the use of Learning Classifier Systems (LCS). An LCS is machine learning algorithm that creates a prediction model through the use of rules. The rules are constructed in a IF.... THEN format and the property of these rules are constantly evolving as the prediction model for the LCS is trained.My ongoing work focuses on comparing the performance of a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and a Convolutional Learning Classifier System (CLCS), which combines the feature extraction portion of the CNN and a LCS. The purpose of the CLCS is to add interpretability to image classification models which will allow engineers to better understand what goes on in the classification process. Adding interpretability will help make computer vision applications more accessible and will improve on their performance. Show less

Teacher Assistant

• Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

Graded assignments for both a introductory MATLAB course and Digital Logic courseHeld virtual help sessions for homework and test questions

Contractor

• Oct 2019 - Jul 2020

Designed utility poles to survive during hurricane season Responsible for creating construction prints Designed utility poles to survive during hurricane season Responsible for creating construction prints

Mathematics Instructor

• Aug 2019 - Oct 2019

I tutored groups of 4 students from Kindergarten to 12th Grade in mathematics in a fast paced environment. I tutored groups of 4 students from Kindergarten to 12th Grade in mathematics in a fast paced environment.

Test Engineering Intern

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

I was responsible for improving on testing procedures that evaluated the performance of aircraft engine parts. Some of the things I did involve designing either parts or an entire thermal chamber using UG NX. Some of the drawings for these designs were given to a machinist who would manufacture the parts and then give them to the technicians who immediately put the parts I design to use. As for the thermal chamber, I provided a short presentation to the employees on the site giving details on the specifics of my 3D model as well as a bill of materials for cost analysis. I was also responsible for performing a delivery of experiment. My research involved studying the spark plumes of igniters using a high-speed camera. Using a video recording program, I compared the different plume size for each igniter to determine if there was a correlation between igniter geometry and the performance of the igniter. These findings were presented to the managers of the plant, which they made plans for use in their facilities. Finally, I was responsible for contacting different manufacturers for cost estimates associated with updating older technology in use at the plant. Show less

Camp Counselor

• Jun 2016 - Jul 2016

I was responsible for teaching kids how to build and program robots from a LEGO Robotics Kit. These robots needed to be programmed in LABVIEW in order to make them complete task. I also taught the students how to solder circuits as well as explain how to connect each circuit component properly. I was responsible for teaching kids how to build and program robots from a LEGO Robotics Kit. These robots needed to be programmed in LABVIEW in order to make them complete task. I also taught the students how to solder circuits as well as explain how to connect each circuit component properly.

Intern

• Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

• Shadowed Capitol Improvement Project Manager during final stages of newly constructed police department building • Observed the coordination of tasks between the project manager, electricians, construction companies and plumbers • Performed building inspections, reported faults in construction and maintained contractor punch list • Monitored change orders and contingency authorizations for payments • Shadowed Capitol Improvement Project Manager during final stages of newly constructed police department building • Observed the coordination of tasks between the project manager, electricians, construction companies and plumbers • Performed building inspections, reported faults in construction and maintained contractor punch list • Monitored change orders and contingency authorizations for payments