Conducted static fire testing on a bi-propellant liquid rocket engine, identified critical DFA and structural issues, proposed and implemented design improvements, and validated performance in subsequent testing

PHX nose cone recovery system lacked validated structural design, relying on 3D-printed shear pins with no documented analysis, testing, or traceable design methodology. This project focused on developing a first-principles analysis and experimental validation plan to ensure reliable deployment unde...

Contributed to the design and development of a G-class model rocket as part of Rocket Propulsion Laboratory’s Project Daedalus, supporting the full engineering lifecycle from initial design to launch. Key responsibilities included CAD modeling of rocket components, performing basic aerodynamic and s...

Identified flaws in old rocket stands; saw a lack of modularity and designed a solution that allows new stands to fit any diameter rocket (size within reason), added preset fixtures for common diameter sizes, and finally one-axis rotation to grant easy access to all points of the rocket