Experienced Software Engineer specializing in simulation and modeling of
advanced space flight systems. Combines a robust background in Aerospace
Engineering with hands-on experience at multiple space companies,
contributing to the development of cutting-edge space technologies.
ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE
Aerospace Software Engineer | Blue Origin | Denver, CO | June 2023 -
Current
Building simulation software for the Lunar Permanence team.
Technologies used: C++, Python, Docker, CI/CD, NASA Trick
Embedded Software Engineer | United Launch Alliance | Denver, CO | 2022
Responsible for writing software to simulate next-generation
rockets, leveraging a unique blend of aerospace and software
expertise to enhance team synergy, resulting in advanced models of
actual flight systems. Additionally, played a pivotal role in
modernizing the company's tools and processes, including updating a
legacy codebase from the 1980s.
Technical Lead | Capstone: Spacecraft Detail Design | Prescott, AZ |
2021
Developed a fully dynamic 6 degree of freedom simulation of a rocket
from to simulate a propulsive landing to verify real design.
Demonstrated design with test stand using a real thrust vector
control mechanism and a solid rocket motor.
Designed an LQR Control system in Simulink to regulate the attitude
and touchdown velocity of a landing vehicle. Later, implemented the
system in C++ for execution on a microcontroller to interface with
hardware.
Undergraduate Research Lead | Orbital Debris Classification | Prescott,
AZ | 2021
Utilized machine learning techniques on high-resolution 3D scans of
high-velocity impact debris to create an Orbital Debris
environmental model. Collaborated with the Dean of Engineering,
University Faculty, and peers to conduct comprehensive research.
Additionally, undertook a directed study focusing on machine
learning strategies for 3D model characterization and
high-dimensional data reduction.
Technologies Used: Rust, Julia, Matlab, LaTeX
Creator | Simple Stock Bots | Phoenix, AZ | 2018 - Current
Developed a stock market bot that delivers information and analysis
to group chats with tens of thousands of monthly active users.
Developed an abstracted asset API to manage multiple types of assets
from various data sources.
Programmed in purely Python. Used CI/CD to automatically build,
publish, and deploy latest commits to a Kubernetes Cluster. Canary
and stable releases were automatically managed and deployed to users
automatically.
EDUCATION
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Prescott, AZ | May 2022
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering (Astronautics
Concentration) | Minor in Computer Science
Study Abroad for Mathematics | Iceland, 2018
ACHIEVEMENTS AND OTHER EXPERIENCE
NVIDIA | Tegra K1 CUDA Vision Challenge, Top 50 | 2015
Discord | Verified Bot Developer | 2020
The Hub Grill | Mesa, AZ | Team Leader | 2012-2021
Oversaw franchise expansion to three new locations through effective
external company coordination. Created comprehensive technical
training documentation for hundreds of new hires, reinforcing company
protocols and values. Additionally, fostered a collaborative and
positive workplace culture through team engagement.