Experience
Mechanical Grounds Systems Engineering (MGSE) Mechanical Engineer
Northrop Grumman – Space Sector | October 2019 – April 2024
Remote Employee - Redondo Beach, California
- Earned company "Bravo" award for successfully and rapidly reworking test-critical hardware components, drastically reducing project downtime
- Designed, validated, and oversaw fabrication of lifting braces for multi-billion-dollar space vehicle; braces are now the standard template across multiple space vehicles
- Facilitated weekly interdisciplinary working groups, driving alignment between stakeholders and ensuring on-time delivery of mission-critical space hardware
- Conducted operations studies to forecast hardware, facility, and personnel needs for the transportation, testing, and assembly of three distinct space vehicles
Research and Development Engineer
Los Alamos National Laboratory – Weapons Division | May 2017 – September 2019
Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Delivered comprehensive design support for various nuclear weapon components, collaborating with SMEs. Maintained strict confidentiality, handling highly sensitive information with no security infractions
- Utilized additive manufacturing techniques to create weapons system demonstrations for customers
Education
M.S. Statistics and Data Science (3.87 GPA)
University of Houston – College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics | Fall 2022 – Spring 2024
- Focused on machine learning, data analytics, and statistical modeling. Developed skills in advanced Python programming for data analysis and predictive model creation
B.S. Mechanical Engineering (3.64 GPA)
Texas Tech University – Whitacre College of Engineering | Fall 2013 – Spring 2017
- Graduated cum laude and with Honors from the university's Honors College
Skills
Programming Languages
- Python (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Flask)
- MATLAB, Arduino C++
- JavaScript (React, Node.js)
Machine Learning & AI
- Neural Networks (MLPs, CNNs, Autoencoders)
- Computer Vision
- Data Cleaning and Preprocessing
- Model Training and Optimization
- Workflows utilizing LLMs
Data Science Tools
- Data Analysis (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy)
- Visualization (Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly)
- Statistical Modeling
- Machine Learning Pipelines
Web Development
- Frontend: React, Next.js
- Backend: Flask, REST APIs
- Database: Firebase, PostgreSQL
Robotics
- ROS2 (Robot Operating System)
- Robot Arm Control (Dobot Magician)
- Simulation Tools (Isaac Sim)
Mechanical Engineering
- CAD Design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS, Abaqus)
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Product Testing and Compliance
Cloud & DevOps
- Cloud Platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Docker & Containerization
- Version Control (Git/GitHub)
Industry Knowledge
- Aerospace Systems
- National Security Applications
- Robotics and Automation
- AI for Real-World Problem Solving
Soft Skills
- Problem-Solving: Expert in tackling complex multidisciplinary challenges
- Adaptability: Quick to learn and apply new technologies
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Communication: Technical writing and presenting complex ideas clearly