Shipping hardware that inspires use.
Coming from a background in electric vehicle development, I am keen to use my skills to launch products that inspire the next generation of engineers. I seek a role in advancing the embodiment of artificial intelligence and distributing it to the public.
Education
M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2021-2022
Graduated with Honors, GPA: 3.6/4.0
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of California Riverside, 2016-2020
Graduated with Honors, GPA: 3.55/4.0
Experience
Engineering Contractor, Fort - Stealth Startup, San Francisco, CA, April 2025 — Present
Senior Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer, Tesla Motors, Palo Alto, CA, March 2024 — Present
Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer, Tesla Motors, Palo Alto, CA, May 2022 — March 2024
Graduate Researcher, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, January 2021 — May 2022
Engineering Internships, January 2018 — August 2021
SpaceX: Mechanical development and test engineer on Starlink
SpaceX: Propulsion Analyst on Raptor and Merlin engines
Astranis Space Technologies: Mechanical systems design engineer
Rivian Automotive: Powertrain design engineer
NASA JPL: Research on high frequency percussive robotic drills, utilizing piezo-electric actuators
Skills
Proven track record of bringing complex assemblies to high volume production: cast, injection molded, and rubber components with integrated electronics
Strong background in analysis: structural optimization, thermal analysis, explicit dynamics, fatigue analysis, random vibration analysis.
Experience in user-focused hardware design: ergonomic tactile interfaces, housings, and integrated sensor stacks in high density consumer electronics applications that meet dust/water sealed IP68 standards
Experience in managing tier 1/2/3/4 suppliers, honed skillset in technical communication across design, manufacturing, and production teams
Interests
Fitness, heath, and improving my understanding of the human body
Reading, especially history, classic works, and technical literature
Traveling to learn about foreign cultures, value systems, religions, and economies