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Aerospace engineer with experience across satellite systems, aircraft hardware, and engineering leadership — building real-world technology at the frontier of space and aviation.

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Education

Academic Background

University of Toronto
BASc Engineering Science — Aerospace
Sept. 2020 – Present · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Aerospace Engineering Aircraft Engineering Spacecraft Engineering Robotic Engineering
Troost Institute for Leadership Education
Engineering Leadership Summer Fellowship
May 2023 – Sept. 2023 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Leadership
Professional Experience

Work History

Aug. 2024 — Present
Satellite Systems Engineering Designer
Kepler Communication Inc. · Toronto, Ontario
Systems
Aug. 2024 – Present
  • Designed and implemented a cloud-based Systems Design Toolbox in Python to streamline Systems Engineering services and integrate software into the company's design workflow.
  • Developed a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) framework enabling efficient satellite analysis across requirements management, budget allocation, and integration processes.
  • Led the development of a global engineering design process for technology innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Contributed to mission simulation software by developing a delta-V budget analysis script for nine satellites, enabling precise formation flying for optical link connections in space.
  • Supported verification management by analysing test data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure all requirements were met prior to launch.
Python MBSE Systems Engineering Requirements Management Mission Simulation Process & Automation
May 2024 — Aug. 2024
Product Center Engineering Designer — Turbomachinery
Pratt & Whitney Canada · Toronto, Ontario
Mechanical
May 2024 – Aug. 2024
  • Conducted design modifications on multiple parts for multiple aircraft engines, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, ensuring material compliance, and improving engine performance.
  • Facilitated supplier transitions by establishing substantiation requirements and reviewing testing data including dimensional tolerances, key characteristics, and fit assembly evaluations.
  • Led 12-person Integrated Product Team (IPT) to investigate field challenges and develop new design solutions.
  • Performed stack-up analysis, mark-up analysis, and GD&T calculations for nine engine models.
  • Led the organisation of 5 events for 25 interns as Intern Committee Lead, facilitating professional connections between interns and managers.
Turbomachinery GD&T CAD Aircraft Engines Propulsion Manufacturing
May 2023 — May 2024
Hardware Design Intern
Johnson Controls International · Toronto, Ontario
Electrical
May 2023 – May 2024
  • Conducted hardware design including antenna design, PCB design, and hardware testing for various products and communication protocols at the world's leading security controls R&D facility.
  • Developed testing procedures for regulatory certification across global regions, facilitating product sales compliance and ensuring products meet company quality standards.
  • Led the creation of advanced data analysis software using MATLAB for SNR analysis, sensitivity analysis, and hardware simulation to optimise the development process.
  • Developed and implemented robotic procedures using Visual Basic for automation testing, encompassing motion testing, sensitivity testing, and shock testing.
PCB Design Antenna Design Hardware Testing Regulatory Compliance
May 2022 — Aug. 2022
GNC Software Developer
Astris Aerospace Inc. · Toronto, Ontario
Software
May 2022 – Aug. 2022
  • Created a pure Python library for spacecraft Attitude Control System (ACS) design.
  • Developed a high-accuracy space environment model for high-precision navigation analysis.
  • Used the ACS library to validate and design satellite attitude control systems.
  • Analysed and validated Attitude Control System models using Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK).
  • Collaborated with co-workers using GitHub for version control.
Python ACS / GNC STK Space Environment Modelling GitHub
June 2021 — Aug. 2021
Health and Safety Site Manager
STEM Camp · Barrie, Ontario
Health and Safety
June 2022 – Aug. 2022
  • Managed the health and safety of staff and campers on site.
  • Delivered engaging and educational STEM Camp experiences through scientific activities.
  • Led students aged 5–13 in learning the basic principles of coding using Scratch.
  • Collaborated with other counsellors to ensure sessions were creative and interactive.
Teaching Health & Safety STEM Education Youth Mentorship
Volunteer & Leadership

Community Involvement

Oct. 2020 — Present
Director of Space Systems
University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT) · Toronto, Ontario
Director
Oct. 2020 – Present
  • Strategically steered organisational initiatives, resulting in 210,000 CAD in project funding, a 30% team expansion, and five new partnerships.
  • Ensured team compliance with all regulatory standards and obtained appropriate licences from the Canadian Space Agency, Global Affairs Canada, FCC, and ISED.
  • Implemented Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) framework into the organisational workflow to facilitate integration and ensure all subsystems function cohesively.
MBSE Regulatory Compliance Fundraising Team Leadership Partnership Development
Attitude Determination and Control Systems Lead
University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT) · Toronto, Ontario
Leadership
Oct. 2020 – Sept. 2023
  • Led a team of 15 engineering students to develop the ADCS for the FINCH satellite mission (Field Imaging Nanosatellite for Crop residue Hyperspectral mapping).
  • Designed satellite control systems including sensors, actuators, and software components, integrating them into the overall systems architecture.
  • Developed MATLAB and Python scripts for Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) applications on orbit.
  • Performed mission simulations using Ansys STK and conducted risk analysis and trade-off studies.
ADCS MATLAB Python GNC STK Risk Analysis