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Andres Sanchez

Andres Sanchez

Alexandria,VA

Work History

Airfoil Design Project

Fluid Dynamics at Virginia Tech
12.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated within a team of ten to optimize the aerodynamic performance of three airfoils (NACA 5611, NACA 5612, NACA 2412), resulting in a reduction in carbon emissions and a marked enhancement in fuel efficiency. Report was well written and received second place out of 13 groups.

Boost Glider Project

Intro to Aerospace Engr at Virginia Tech
10.2022 - 10.2022
  • Supervised a dedicated team of five in spearheading the Boost Glider Project as part of the Aerospace introduction course at Virginia Tech. Orchestrated the design and construction of a rocket focused on reaching high-altitudes and ensuring a controlled gliding descent.

Wind Turbine Engineering Project

General Engineering
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Conducted routine checks on mechanical parts such as gears, brakes, bearings and blades.
  • Monitored voltage levels in order to optimize power output from turbines.
  • Repaired damaged blades by welding or replacing sections as necessary.

Intern

Northern Virginia Science Center
Fair Oaks, VA
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Helped develop future young innovators (kids) by encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and new ways of thinking as a STEM educator
  • Provided training sessions for new employees on company procedures and protocols.

Remote Learning Experience

PWC Paragon One Externship
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Gained strategic consulting skills by tackling real problems from non-profit organizations
  • Worked one-on-one with experts in consulting to improve presentation skills and critical thinking.

Education

Bachelor's - Aerospace Engineering, GPA 3.21

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg
05.2025

Skills

  • Mathematica
  • Solidworks
  • Matlab
  • Blender
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • UAV testing
  • 3D Printing
  • Arduino
  • Xfoil

Summary

  • Aerospace student looking for opportunities to gain hands on experience where I can put the knowledge I've learned at Virginia Tech to use.

Accomplishments

  • President's Volunteer Service Award: Honors USA's most outstanding volunteers (2023)
  • UAV Remote Pilot 107 License, Issued by FAA (2022)
  • 2021 First Place 3D Animation Winner: Issued by Virginia FBLA-PBL Foundation. Created storyboards, scripts, and videos animations for educational content and then competed (2021)

Volunteer Service

  • AMIGOS De Las Americas: An opportunity for young minds to build leadership skills in foreign countries. Participated in 100+ community service hours in a program for the reproduction of endangered turtles.
  • The Big Event at Virginia Tech: Worked with local homeowners and participated in community service throughout Blacksburg.

Timeline

Airfoil Design Project

Fluid Dynamics at Virginia Tech
12.2023 - 12.2023

Wind Turbine Engineering Project

General Engineering
01.2023 - 03.2023

Boost Glider Project

Intro to Aerospace Engr at Virginia Tech
10.2022 - 10.2022

Remote Learning Experience

PWC Paragon One Externship
09.2022 - 03.2023

Intern

Northern Virginia Science Center
06.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor's - Aerospace Engineering, GPA 3.21

Virginia Tech

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