Aerospace Engineer · Developer · Builder
Aerospace engineering student at San Diego State University with a passion for design, analysis, and building things that fly — from carrier-based strike fighters to ground-effect vehicles.
01 — About
I'm an aerospace engineering senior at SDSU graduating May 2026. My work spans performance analysis for next-generation fighter concepts, hands-on prototype development of ground-effect vehicles, and structural engineering for sounding rockets.
Beyond the classroom, I bring real-world experience as a sales engineering intern, leadership as a fraternity chapter president managing a $200K+ budget and 170+ members, and a deep love for fabrication — from welding 800-pound steel stages to building modular structures from scratch.
I'm driven by problems that sit at the intersection of analysis and physical design, where CAD models meet test data and theory meets the shop floor.
02 — Projects
Designed, built, and tested a GEV prototype through rapid design–build–test–iterate cycles. Integrated sensors for data capture, executed controlled near-surface tests, and refined the design based on results.
View Project →A web-based project showcasing development skills outside the engineering domain — demonstrating versatility in design, frontend development, and creative problem solving.
View Project →03 — Experience
Led performance and test-planning analysis for a conceptual Navy strike fighter. Built physics-based sizing and performance models, ran parametric sweeps, and drove configuration trade decisions through structured analysis.
Led requirements, schedule, and anomaly troubleshooting for a GEV prototype. Converted performance goals into airfoil/planform/CG trades, diagnosed test issues, and validated improvements through re-test and documentation.
Providing operational support to outside sales engineers — generating quotes, securing vendor pricing, processing orders and POs, coordinating with manufacturers, and managing customer communications.
Performed structural analysis and iterative testing on rocket launch lugs. Refined SolidWorks CAD and drawings for manufacturability while collaborating in cross-team design reviews.
Planned and organized networking sessions and technical workshops. Participated in panels and a conference competition to strengthen skills and industry connections.
04 — Skills
05 — Leadership
Directed a 170+ member chapter with an executive board and 20+ chairs, managing a $200K+ annual budget. Drove measurable gains in membership, engagement, and overall performance, earning institutional recognition.
Co-led fabrication of a custom 800-lb steel stage for charity events using advanced welding techniques. Separately designed and built a 700 ft² modular stage system emphasizing repeatable assembly and interchangeable modules.
06 — Contact
Open to opportunities in aerospace, defense, and engineering roles.