Alexis Gangeme
Houston,TX
Summary
Versatile professional with a robust background in aerospace engineering, and a global mindset honed through immersive study abroad experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
NASA Integrator
Aegis Aerospace
07.2023 - Current
I am a key participant in Gateway activities, focusing on human health and performance disciplines, my primary roles include:
- Collaborating with stakeholders to determine paths forward in achieving Gateway mission objectives including, engineering decisions, launch mass prioritization, etc.
- Working with NASA's international and commercial partners.
- Growing and maintaining knowledge in discipline areas including spaceflight architecture, anthropometry, maintenance and stowage capabilities aboard Gateway, and using that knowledge to foster effective communication of interested parties with Subject Matter Experts through participation in Discipline Working Groups.
- Formulating positions and interpreting NASA requirements for Human Health and Performance issues, contributing to risk management and communication with NASA management.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Budget Management - Subtask Lead:
- Manage monthly budget for the HH&P contract, utilizing Excel spreadsheets to meticulously track spending on labor, travel, and materials costs.
- Oversee adherence to yearly operating cost estimates, ensuring budgetary alignment with NASA's expectations.
Graduate Student Researcher
Bioastronautics and Human Performance Lab
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted Bioastronautics and human performance research
- Utilized MATLAB/Simulink simulations in cardiovascular research and conducted statistical analyses using RStudio, showcasing proficiency in data-driven decision-making and analysis, akin to understanding market trends and formulating strategic business plans
- Engaged in stakeholder presentations, and communicating complex topics effectively to diverse audiences
- Published academic research papers and participated in human spaceflight conferences to stay at the forefront of industry trends and developments.
Associate Distribution Engineer
Leidos
03.2021 - 12.2021
Began as an individual designer but was promoted to a team leader.
Individual Designer Role:
- Designed and maintained power grid utilities
- Created designs for new energy pathways in undeveloped areas
- Updated designs for existing outdated power utilities
- Fielded existing structures to be sent for redesign
- Utilized fielded data to determine necessary updates
- Implemented updates in a design map
Team Leader Role:
- Assumed leadership responsibilities, reviewing and refining engineering designs.
Education
Master of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2020
Skills
- Technical Presentation
- Engineering
- Problem-solving
- International Experience
- User-Centered Design
- Public Speaking
- Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Spanish
Publications
A Comprehensive Look Behind Team Composition for Long Duration Spaceflight
- Literary review examining aspects of crew composition that will impact mission outcomes during long duration spaceflight missions.,
- Journal: Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance, June 2023/ Vol. 94/ No. 6
- Authors: Alexis Gangeme, Benjamin Simpson, Gabriel G. De La Torre, Tricia L. Larose, Ana Diaz-Artiles
Global Academic Immersion
Thessaloniki- Greece, Texas A&M May 2023 - June 2023
- Systems Engineering Course: Human Systems Interaction
Sevilla- Spain, Texas Tech August 2017 - December 2017
- Mechanical Engineering Courses: Fluid Mechanics, Mechanics of Solids, Thermodynamics, Economics.
San Jose- Costa Rica, Costa Rican Language Academy June 2013 - July 2013
- Immersion Spanish courses
I have extensive study abroad experience, where I have demonstrated strong intercultural communication and adaptability by living with host families and attending foreign institutions.
- Objective: To engage in immersive academic experiences across diverse cultural settings, fostering adaptability, cross-cultural communication, and strategic relationship-building skills.
Project Impact:
- Cultural Fluency: Cultivated proficiency in adapting to diverse cultural contexts, crucial for establishing rapport and understanding with global stakeholders.
- Communication & Collaboration: Honed cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills, pivotal for fostering partnerships and alliances across international boundaries.
- Global Mindset & Adaptability: Developed a global mindset, adaptability, and openness to diverse perspectives, key attributes for thriving in a dynamic, cross-cultural business environment.
Cardiovascular Research Project
- Description: Leveraged cardiovascular modeling software to simulate altered-gravity states, and conducted statistical analysis to identify the correlation between cardiac responses to different methods of simulating a spaceflight environment.
- Applicability: This project showcases my ability to analyze complex data and draw actionable conclusions akin to interpreting market trends and analyzing industry dynamics for strategic planning.
Timeline
NASA Integrator
Aegis Aerospace
07.2023 - Current
Graduate Student Researcher
Bioastronautics and Human Performance Lab
08.2022 - 07.2023
Associate Distribution Engineer
Leidos
03.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
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