Anais Carmona
Sanford,FL
Summary
Results-driven Research Scientist Engineer with a proven track record in enhancing safety and operational performance in high-risk aerospace environments. Achieved significant reductions in hazard incidents and unplanned release events through risk assessments and regulatory compliance. Expertise includes cross-functional leadership and data-driven decision-making, aiming to support innovative safety-critical programs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Scientist Engineer
NASA Kennedy Space Center
Cape Canaveral, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Directed over 30 engineers and technical specialists in developing next‑generation safety protocols for ammonia and hydrogen propulsion, storage, and ground‑support systems, achieving a 30% reduction in hazard incidents and advancing clean‑fuel aerospace initiatives.
- Led senior‑level seminars, technical meetings, and cross‑disciplinary engineering reviews, aligning leadership, R&D, safety, and operations teams on hydrogen/ammonia system requirements and accelerating high‑stakes decision‑making.
- Engineered and validated high‑sensitivity electrochemical IDE leak‑detection sensors, improving real‑time ammonia and hydrogen detection response and reducing unplanned release events by 50%.
- Executed 30+ advanced risk assessments on hydrogen embrittlement, ammonia reactivity, cryogenic fuel behavior, and system‑level failure modes, enhancing reliability and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Optimized hydrogen and ammonia R&D workflows, reducing experiment cycle time by 20% and increasing propulsion‑program throughput while enhancing digital traceability and compliance with SAP EHS and Arena PLM.
Surgical Technologist
Filutowski Institute
Lake Mary, FL
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Reduced prep and workflow time by 15% through optimization of sterilization and equipment-handling processes, ensuring strict FDA and GMP compliance.
- Maintained 100% contamination‑free operations through rigorous aseptic technique, proactive risk mitigation, and adherence to clean‑room standards.
- Achieved zero non‑conformance findings during quarterly quality inspections by upholding meticulous documentation, process discipline, and regulatory alignment.
- Performed high‑accuracy equipment and materials verification with 100% error‑free counts, eliminating retained‑item risks and strengthening operational safety.
- Improved operational readiness by standardizing setup procedures, reducing variability, and increasing efficiency across high‑pressure environments.
- Enhanced cross-team coordination by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating better communication and minimizing procedural delays.
Pharmacy Technician Assistant
Walmart Inc.
Sanford, FL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved prescription accuracy by 35% by optimizing verification workflows and adhering to strict FDA and GMP regulations, reducing medication‑related errors.
- Reduced inventory discrepancies by 25% by improving stock‑management processes, reordering accuracy, and expiration‑tracking systems.
- Increased workflow efficiency by 15% by streamlining supply‑chain processes and ensuring timely availability of high‑demand materials.
- Maintained 100% audit readiness through precise documentation, compliance tracking, and consistent use of pharmacy information systems.
- Enhanced safety and quality assurance by proactively identifying and resolving conflicts or discrepancies.
Engineering Intern
TIC-The Industrial Company
Tulsa, OK
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted with design modifications and performed engineering calculations, increasing project efficiency and reducing rework by 10–15%.
- Conducted detailed research, material evaluations, and performance analyses that informed critical design decisions for prototype development.
- Produced precise part and assembly drawings in AutoCAD, improving fabrication accuracy and reducing revision requests by 10%.
- Validated calculations, conducted tolerance checks, and identified inconsistencies prior to fabrication, improving design reliability by 10%.
- Reduced project turnaround time by 12% by organizing workflows, prioritizing technical tasks, and delivering timely support to engineering teams.
Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08-2024
Associate of Science - Chemical Engineering
Seminole State College of Florida
Lake Mary, FL05-2020
Skills
Engineering calculations
Prototype development
Data analysis
Statistical evaluation
Mathematical modeling
Tolerance analysis
AutoCAD
MATLAB
Python
Scientific & Analytical Methods
UV‑Vis, IR, NMR spectroscopy
HPLC/GC
Fluorescence
Confocal microscopy
Quantitative & Qualitative analysis
Chemical Analysis
Quality and safety
QC/QA
FDA, GMP, OSHA compliance
Risk assessment
Hazard analysis
Regulatory documentation
Audit preparation
Clean‑room operations
Project management
Technical writing
Cross‑functional communication
Team leadership
Leadership & Communication
Team leadership
Projects & Publications
NASA Research & Publications
- Electrochemical Detection Using Boron‑Doped Graphene Interdigitated Electrodes for Aerospace Environmental Monitoring
- Risk Mitigation Framework for Hydrogen and Ammonia Fuel Handling in Advanced Aerospace Infrastructure
- NOx Formation and Mitigation Strategies in Cryogenic Fuel Systems for Aerospace Propulsion Applications
- Development of Real‑Time Electrochemical Sensor Arrays for Hazardous Gas Detection in Aerospace Environments
- Surface Functionalization of Graphene‑Based Sensors for Selective Detection of Hydrogen, Ammonia, and NOx Species
- Cryogenic Material Degradation Analysis for Long‑Term Hydrogen and Ammonia Fuel Storage
- Electrochemical Kinetics Modeling of Hazardous Gas Interactions Under Aerospace Operating Conditions
- Integration of Multi‑Channel Sensor Systems Into Aerospace Safety and Propulsion Monitoring Architectures
- Environmental Impact Assessment of Alternative Propulsion Fuels in Next‑Generation Aerospace Systems
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for Fuel Transfer and Storage Systems in High‑Risk Aerospace Operations
Timeline
Research Scientist Engineer
NASA Kennedy Space Center
02.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Filutowski Institute
05.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacy Technician Assistant
Walmart Inc.
08.2021 - 05.2022
Engineering Intern
TIC-The Industrial Company
05.2021 - 08.2021
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - Chemical Engineering
Seminole State College of Florida