Engineering · Research · Leadership
Experience
The roles that have shaped how I work, across eVTOL design, space physics research, teaching, and student leadership.
Open to software & hardware internships · Summer 2027
Jan 2026 – Present
Ann Arbor, MI
Project Team
Founder & Electrical Lead
U-M Vertical Flight
- Founded a multidisciplinary eVTOL design team competing in Vertical Flight Society design-build-fly competitions (search-and-rescue, surveillance, UAM); secured $20k+ in funding and sponsorships.
- Lead electrical systems design: power distribution, flight controllers, and sensor integration (LiDAR, thermal) for autonomous VTOL quadcopters and hybrid-wing drones.
eVTOL Design · Electrical Systems · LiDAR · Leadership
Aug 2025 – Present
Ann Arbor, MI
Research
Research Assistant
U-M Magnetometer Laboratory
- Develop Random Forest ML models achieving 80% recall for geomagnetic storm prediction; analyze 20 years of magnetometer data; co-authoring a publication enabling novel early warning systems.
- Calibrate and maintain a Helmholtz Coil apparatus for RM3100 sensor testing, validating hardware reliability for spaceflight environments.
Python · Scikit-learn · MATLAB · Research
May 2024 – Jun 2025
Clarksville, MD
Part-time
Math Instructor
Mathnasium
- Instructed students in AP Calculus and Physics preparation through personalized learning plans; 90% of students achieved a score of 4 or higher.
- Mentored high school students in SAT Math, producing an average score increase of 100+ points.
Teaching · Calculus · SAT Prep · Mentorship
Aug 2024 – Jun 2025
Rockville, MD
Leadership
Vice President
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Montgomery College
- Orchestrated 5+ large-scale events for a 400-member honor society, increasing member engagement and representing the chapter at regional conferences.
Event Coordination · Member Engagement · Leadership
Dec 2023 – Jun 2024
Rockville, MD
Leadership
Treasurer
Student Government Association, Montgomery College
- Administered a $40,000 annual budget for 40+ student organizations; approved $28,000+ in resource allocations through weekly proposal hearings.
Budgeting · Fiscal Oversight · Accounting