Experience

Monte Sano Research Corporation

• Huntsville, Alabama

• Aerospace Engineer

  • Nov 2018 - Present

  *Development of C++ 6DOF simulations and GNC for aerospace systems analysis and design *Development of python scripts and tools for system performance analysis *Development of Qt-based GUIs for modular trade studies and scenario analysis *Integration of aerothermal analysis tools in high-throughput, high-fidelity simulations *Development of C++ 6DOF simulations and GNC for aerospace systems analysis and design *Development of python scripts and tools for system performance analysis *Development of Qt-based GUIs for modular trade studies and scenario analysis *Integration of aerothermal analysis tools in high-throughput, high-fidelity simulations



Auburn University

• Auburn, Alabama

• Graduate Research Assistant

  • May 2017 - Aug 2018

  Graduate researcher in CFD work for Auburn University Aerospace Engineering and GAVLAB Graduate researcher in CFD work for Auburn University Aerospace Engineering and GAVLAB



Georgia Tech Research Institute

• Marietta, Georgia

• Intern

  • Aug 2011 - Apr 2012

  Worked on a semi self-guided research project dealing with aeroacoustic concepts in a laboratory environment. Developed concept for product, fabricated several prototypes, and developed testing procedures and criteria for product. Worked on a semi self-guided research project dealing with aeroacoustic concepts in a laboratory environment. Developed concept for product, fabricated several prototypes, and developed testing procedures and criteria for product.



KIK Custom Products

• Gainesville, Georgia

• Engineering Associate

  • May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Developed 5S training materials and tools for use on manufacturing floor. Used Pareto charts and 6 Sigma tools to analyze downtime data and search for root causes. Developed various designs for machine parts and layouts Developed 5S training materials and tools for use on manufacturing floor. Used Pareto charts and 6 Sigma tools to analyze downtime data and search for root causes. Developed various designs for machine parts and layouts



Nordson Corporation

• Duluth, Georgia

• Quality Engineer Intern

  • Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

  Trained in 6 Sigma and LEAN manufacturing techniques. Took on project to identify potential solenoid problems in valves by using 6 Sigma tools to compile and analyze data from customer action reports. Developed training for Nordson field representatives to properly guide customers in setting up Nordson machines with compressed air hookups and reduce quality issues. Trained in 6 Sigma and LEAN manufacturing techniques. Took on project to identify potential solenoid problems in valves by using 6 Sigma tools to compile and analyze data from customer action reports. Developed training for Nordson field representatives to properly guide customers in setting up Nordson machines with compressed air hookups and reduce quality issues.



KIK Custom Products

• Gainesville, Georgia

• Engineering Associate

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Worked with preventative maintenance staff to reduce unexpected downtime on manufacturing floor. Managed project that cut compressed air costs by an estimated 40,000 USD per year by using ultrasonic detection equipment to identify and fix compressed air leaks. Worked with preventative maintenance staff to reduce unexpected downtime on manufacturing floor. Managed project that cut compressed air costs by an estimated 40,000 USD per year by using ultrasonic detection equipment to identify and fix compressed air leaks.