S K I L L S | P R O F I L E
• Engineering: Dynamic System Modeling, Algorithm Development,Controller Design and Implementation, Experiment Design and Test, Process & Quality Improvement
• Project Leadership: Scheduling, Project Planning, Team Leadership
• Programming/Software: Matlab, SIMULINK, Visual Basic, and Excel Macros
• CAD/FEA: Wildfire ProEngineer, ProMechanica, SolidWorks, ANSYS
W O R K | E X P E R I E N C E
Systems Engineer | Internship (May 2009 - August 2009)
Lockheed Martin Corporation, IS&GS EIG – Aerospace Analysis & Integration , King of Prussia, PA
• Developed gradient based heuristic optimization algorithms for Internal R&D project
• Implemented optimization routines in Matlab for use in complex system analysis software
• Presented IRAD project to customers at EIG technology exposition
Graduate Research Assistant (August 2008 - August 2009)
The University of Florida - Vehicle Dynamics and Optimization Laboratory, Gainesville, FL
• Investigated Operationally Responsive Space capabilities with focus on Aeroassisted Orbital Transfers
• Derived Aeroassisted Orbital Transfer and vehicle dynamics in order to numerically optimize system
• Utilized optimization software to determine feasible trajectory solutions to minimize fuel consumption
Nozzle Design Engineer | EID Co‐op (February 2008 ‐ August 2008)
GE Energy – Gas Turbines, Hot Gas Path Component Design, Greenville, SC
• Led International team on Direct Material Productivity Project offering potential savings in excess of $200k
• Conducted strength, LCF, HCF using ANSYS and Unigraphics/NX
• Presented design change and analysis to chief engineers in Detailed Design Review
• Created visual basic program to optimize radial part positioning for turbine nozzle rings in production units
• Recipient of General Electric Global Recognition Award for Innovation
Conceptual Design Engineer | EID Co‐op (May 2007 ‐ August 2007)
GE Energy – Gas Turbines, ATO Advanced Conceptual Design, Greenville, SC
• Administered weekly meetings to coordinate test plan between Design and Materials
• Acquired quotes and materials to support testing process
• Created a detailed schedule to track testing progress and results
• Presented testing plan at Expert Design Review to 20‐30 GE experts
Undergraduate Research Assistant (July 2006 - December 2007)
The University of Florida - Center for Intelligent Machines and Robotics (CIMAR), Gainesville, FL
• Designed, developed, and implemented automated shifting in Toyota Highlander
• Developed GPS mapping program to act as virtual driving guide
• Created on‐the‐fly mapping guidance points for competition runs for National DARPA Urban Challenge
Manufacturing Engineer | EID Co‐op (January 2006 ‐ May 2006) - Letter of Recommendation
GE Energy ‐ Gas Turbines, New Product Introduction Mfg, Rotor Assby, Greenville, SC
• Supervised 2 manufacturing and assembly shop personnel
• Revised Design Spec on cleanliness procedures for H model gas turbines
• Worked closely with suppliers to design cleanliness test tools to ensure repeatable testing procedures
• Completed Six Sigma Project on cleanliness requirements
• Allocated quarterly budget exceeding $150k
• Performed cleanliness check on 9H gas turbine while in test
T E A C H I N G | E X P E R I E N C E
Graduate Teaching Assistant (August 2008 - Present)
The University of Florida - Thermal Heats & Fluids Design Laboratories, Gainesville, FL
• Teach pre‐lab courses to prepare students for the theory and operation of each experiment
• Proctor lab periods to aid students in understanding and conducting experiments
• Assess lab reports based on level of understanding, clarity of explanation, and professionalism
• Evaluate student homework assignments
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (August 2007 - December 2007)
The University of Floirda - Thermal Heats & Fluids Design Laboratories, Gainesville, FL
• Designed, developed, and implemented pipe friction loss apparatus for use in lab
• Performed tests and analysis to verify successful piping system design
• Integrated apparatus and corresponding experimental requirements into course curriculum
• Completed honors thesis on the construction, testing, and operation of this system
E D U C A T I O N
University of Florida | Gainesville, FL (August 2008 ‐ May 2010)
M.S. Student in Aerospace Engineering
GPA: 3.96/4.00
Specialization Dynamic Systems and Control
Special Recognition Recipient of the Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
University of Florida | Gainesville, FL (August 2002 – December 2007)
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.68 (Overall), 3.86 (Major)
Special Recognition Recipient of the Outstanding Gator Engineering Four‐Year Scholar Award
Summa Cum Laude Honors, Thesis: “Frictional Losses in Piping Systems”
International Study UF Study Abroad Program in Rome, Italy (June 2004 – August 2004)
A F F I L I A T I O N S
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Society of Women Engineers
Pi Tau Sigma Mechanical Engineering Honor Society
Golden Key International Honour Society
A C T I V I T I E S
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