Profile Summary
Results-driven aerospace engineer specializing in propulsion system design, thermal-fluid analysis, and structural integrity assessment. Proven track record of delivering robust, weight-optimized components and leading cross-functional teams through full product lifecycles from concept to flight test. Adept at applying FEA/CFD simulations to reduce risk and accelerate development timelines.
Experience
AeroTech Dynamics
| San Diego, CA
Jun 2020 - Present
Senior Aerospace Engineer - Propulsion & Structural Integration
- Led design and testing of propulsion system components, achieving 12% weight reduction and 8% cost reduction.
- Directed validation campaigns using FEA and CFD; reduced test cycle time by 20% through digital twin simulations.
- Implemented FMEA and design reviews; improved reliability by 15% across subsystems.
NovaFlight Systems
| Pune, IN
Aug 2017 - May 2020
Aerospace Engineer - CFD & Structural Analysis
- Developed CFD models for external aerodynamics and internal flow paths; improved propulsion efficiency by 8%.
- Collaborated with design and manufacturing to ensure manufacturability and maintainability.
- Optimized structural components using FEA, reducing weight while preserving safety margins.
Skills
Propulsion System Design
Thermal-Fluid Analysis
CAD: SolidWorks, CATIA
FEA: ANSYS, Abaqus
CFD: Fluent, CFX
GD&T
System Safety (ARP4761)
Matlab/Simulink
Requirements Engineering
Certifications
- AS9100 Rev D Lead Auditor, 2022
- CFD with ANSYS Certification, 2021
- Propulsion Systems Fundamentals, NASA Training, 2020
Education
- MS in Aerospace Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 2019
- B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, 2016