INAV
Alejandro Fernandez
Aerospace Engineering Student At CalPoly
San Luis Obispo,CA
Summary
Aspiring engineer seeking to join PolySat at CalPoly San Luis Obispo to contribute my skills in automated flight programming, radio transmission, and aircraft design to collaborate on innovative projects. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilates Instructor
M8 Wellness
02.2022 - 9 2024
- Led Pilates classes in both group and private settings.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy and bodily systems to formulate exercise routines.
- Worked with special population clients (disability, injury, recovery from surgery) to improve strength and mobility while preventing further harm.
- Developed confidence in public speaking and customer service.
- Received consistently positive feedback from both clients and colleagues alike regarding instructional skills.
- Boosted client satisfaction with personalized attention and adjustments during sessions.
Surf Instructor
Self Run
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Led surfing lessons for all levels in order to promote oceanic conservation and ecological awareness at local beaches.
- Prioritized the safety and comfort of students in volatile environments and worked under high pressure.
- Fostered community and knowledge for the protection of marine life, prevention of coastal degradation, and preservation of natural resources within the Monterey Bay.
- Educated clients on ocean safety and awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic
San Luis Obispo 09.2024 - 06.2028
Skills
Radio transmission and ground station expertise
Comfortability leading in a group environment, public speaking, instruction on both a group and individual level
Extensive experience in 3D printing
Composites manufacturing (fiberglass, carbon fiber, kevlar)
Fusion 360 CAD
Soldering
Electrical Systems Design
LiPo/Li-Ion battery charging/maintenance
Prior work with LUA command line scripting
Use of power tools
Previously AP Physics 1 TA/tutor
Projects
Long Range Autonomous UAV
- Designed and built a fixed wing aircraft for the purpose of unmanned missions of +7km range and extended flight time.
- Utilized first person video transmission in the to a groundstation along with radio control link.
- Flight pathing programmed through ArduPilot and INAV software, with the onboard flight controller conducting mission automation and in-air stabilization.
- Equipped with video camera, airspeed sensor, GPS, and Long Range Video and Telemetry Reception
- Automated flight pathing
- RC airplane piloting
- ArduPilot and INAV expertise
- Radio ground station implementation
- Experience programming unmanned aerial vehicles
Quadcopter Race Drone
- Created quadcopter drone designed for fast acceleration and racing maneuverability.
- Included first person video (FPV) transmission to FPV goggles, ultra low latency radio control link.
- Capable of >8min flight time and 145kph airspeed.
- Focus on Carbon fiber fabrication, 3D printing, Fusion 360 3D modeling, soldering, radio transmission, electrical circuits, LiPo battery maintenance, quadcopter piloting
Certification
Certified Pilates Instructor
Software
Cura
Fusion 360
ArduPilot
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California Polytechnic
09.2024 - 06.2028
Certified Pilates Instructor
08-2024
Pilates Instructor
M8 Wellness
02.2022 - 9 2024
Surf Instructor
Self Run
03.2021 - 09.2024