Hi, I am a recent graduate in Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where my academic background delved into advanced coursework in Rotorcraft Aeromechanics, Aerothermodynamics, Jet & Rocket Propulsion, SciML, and many others.
Career Timeline
2026
RocketPy
Developer · January 2026–Present
- Working on the control architecture and monte carlo simulations.
2025
Computational Physics at GT
Undergraduate Researcher · May 2025–Dec 2025
PI: Spencer Bryngelson
- Recovered and evaluated performance across 20+ releases, benchmarking heterogeneous architectures (cpu, openacc, and openmp) to quantify performance scalability and regression.
- Automated docker-based containerization for pre-compiled releases of Multi-Component Flow Code (MFC), promoting accessibility for local & cluster environments.
- Refactored riemann solvers and enhanced benchmarking utilities, while strengthening the Continuous Integration (CI) features improving code review rigor.
2025
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC)
Space Law & Policy Researcher · Jan 2025–July 2025
- Analyzed and synthesized findings from international treaties, national legislation, academic journals, and policy briefs to inform project deliverables on cybersecurity and dual use risks for space systems.
- Utilized analytical and critical thinking skills to identify gaps and challenges in existing space law & policy frameworks to better identify and tackle cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
20242023
Yellow Jacket Space Program (YJSP)
Flight Dynamics & Structures Engineer · Aug 2023–May
2024
- Implemented aerodynamic forces/moments estimation via barrowman's approach in Matlab to improve flight accuracy.
- Engineered full cad assembly of rocket engine thrust structure and performed fea simulations, validating stress distributions and safeguarding its structural integrity under peak thrust loads.
- Delivered the structure Concept Design Review (CDR), then fabricated in the machine shop key components, which successfully passed 10 hotfire tests during spring 2024.
20232022
Guest Services Manager at GT SCEC
Student Assistant · Aug 2022–Nov 2023
- Managed all aspects of reservable space bookings for internal and external clients via online system, promptly resolving concerns to ensure client satisfaction.
- Collaborated effectively with a team of up to 10 managers to ensure seamless operations across the student center, exhibition hall, and West Village Dining.
2022
School of Aerospace Engineering Student Advisory Council
(SAESAC)
Officer · Aug 2022–Dec 2022
- Led the International Student Series (ISSS), organizing and marketing 3 events that connected highly accomplished students with their peers to share career insights and experiences.
- Provided recommendations on the school's Fiscal Year Budget for affiliated student organizations and offered advice on the school operations and policies.
20222021
AIAA Southeastern Regional Student Conference (Region
II)
Planning Committee Member · Nov 2021-April 2022
- Assisted in organizing a technical conference in the Aerospace sector for over 150 attendees.
- Facilitated the guest check-in process and on-site operations at the Crowne Plaza Midtown Atlanta.
Other Involvements
2026-PresentFIFA World Cup, AtlantaVolunteer, ATL Airport2022-PresentHands On AtlantaVolunteer, 150 hrs2025-PresentDad's Garage Theatre CompanyVolunteer, 45 hrs2022-2025GT Special Events & Protocol, CommencementsVolunteer, 8 Semesters2022Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)Volunteer, 20 hrs2022Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.Office Assistant2022NASA Lunar Lava Tube ChallengeParticipant2021NASA Big Idea ChallengeParticipant2021,2022,2023GSGC Space Day AtlantaPresenter, Aerospace Outreach2025GT Mentor JacketMentee, GM Engineer2024GT Boeing Forming Leaders in Technology (FLT)Mentee, Boeing Engineer2022GT Leading Edge, Leadership Coaching ProgramMentee, Grad Student2021GT First-Gen Student InitiativesMentee, Undergrad Student
Current and Past Affiliations
RocketPy
Georgia Tech
Space Law and Policy Project Group
Computational Physics at GT
Yellow Jackets Space Program
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