Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Engineer @ SpaceX. Previously Mechanical Lead for MoonRanger.
Lead MoonRanger's mechanical team. Ultimately responsible for integrity of rover's structure, stowage, deployment, and mobility.
Designed and built engineering models for the MoonRanger program, providing test platforms for avionics and software development.
Oversee safe operation of the School of Architecture's woodshop. Help educate students on proper tool usage and technique. Collaborate with shop supervisors on facility improvement projects.
Conducted groundwork feasibility analysis of a Stirling engine cryocooler. Quickly evolved project from early derisking through design of first test unit in short six week period. Gained familiarity with cryogenic systems.