Projects
Technical Experience & Student Engineering Teams
Contributed to the Liquid Propellant Subteam, specializing in injector design and flow characterization. Supporting the design and early development of a 50-lbf liquid rocket engine using CAD modeling, applying fluid dynamics principles, and iteratively prototyping.
Working to revitalize electric propulsion research at Cal Poly by establishing new test procedures and lab workflows. Assisting in the manufacturing and assembly of a Hall Effect Thruster, including component fabrication, tolerancing, and plasma diagnostics preparation.
Served as Engineering Director, Chief Engineer, and Design Lead, overseeing mechanical design, system integration, and manufacturing. Earned the Design Creativity Award for three consecutive years by creating innovative mechanisms and engineering solutions, 2024–2026.
Skills
Software: SolidWorks, Java, Python, MATLAB
Work Experience
Summer 2026
- Delivered both individual instruction and high-volume summer programs, adapting teaching methods to meet client needs.
- Prioritized safety by changing lesson plans based on ocean conditions.
- Communicated clearly with participants and team members to coordinate activities.
Summers 2024 & 2025
- Facilitated lessons, lab activities, and hands-on experiments for elementary students.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to refine lesson delivery.
- Addressed behavioral challenges with patience and clear boundaries.