Education
MS Mechanical Engineering: Robotics GPA: 4.0
· University of Utah
· Utah Robotics Center
· Completed CS and ME
classes
· Graduated
December 2016
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BS Applied Physics, Magna Cum Laude GPA: 3.97
· Brigham Young University
· Robotics emphasis
· Dean’s List – Fall 2012,
Winter 2013, Fall 2013
· Graduated
April 2015
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Skills
Technical: |
· Planning Algorithms
·
Artificial
Intelligence
|
· Classical Control
·
Non-holonomic
control
|
· Non-linear control
·
Embedded
Systems
|
Computer: |
· Python, C/C++, Java
·
Matlab/Simulink
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· HTML/CSS, JavaScript
·
AutoCAD/SolidWorks
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· KiCad |
Practical: |
· Soldering |
· Mill/Lathe |
· Sensors |
Work
Experience
Systems Engineer, Northrop Grumman Jan 2017 – Present
- Writing technical specifications for programs in support of the Minuteman III weapon system.
- Supporting integration of technical changes across ground-systems programs.
Research Assistant, Robot Learning and Perception Laboratory, U of U Aug 2016 – Dec 2016
- Developed planning algorithms for use in solving the time-dependent travelling salesman problem.
- Created an Android app that used these algorithms to minimize queue times for theme park attendees.
Product Testing Engineer, Team Lead, TNano May 2016 – Aug 2016
- Supervised a team of 3 other engineers in carrying out product testing.
- Designed and carried out experiments to test product capabilities as thermal interfaces, optical absorbers, and electrolyzers.
Research Assistant, Matterwave Interferometry Group, BYU Sep 2012 – Aug 2015
- Invented a method for measuring laser wavelength using based on filtered-photodiode sensors.
- Designed software, optical system, and electrical controls.
- Published in Optical Express. Recognized as Top Undergraduate Researcher at professional conference.
Personal and Hobbies
thesorcerersguide.com
· Cofounder of thesorcerersguide.com – a website for Disney theme park planning,
news, and history.
· Currently finishing development of RideRouter, an app that uses planning algorithms,
machine learning, and statistics to suggest optimal plans for theme park visits. By predicting
wait times, the app can suggest an order to visit attractions that will minimize the overall
time spent in line.
Interactive Mechatronics Plush
· Converted a plush into an interactive toy.
· Designed electrical and mechanical components of the figure.
· Currently developing software for the central microcontroller.
Volunteer Community Service May 2010 - May 2012
· Volunteered to serve Spanish-speaking congregations in Houston, TX.
· Responsible for training and overseeing groups of 10 other volunteers.
Eagle
Rank in Boy Scouts of America August 2006