Brandon Lopez
National City,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented Aerospace Engineering graduate seeking an entry-level position in the aerospace industry. Offering 3 years of technical aerospace experience in CAD modeling, NASTRAN/FEMAP, Avionics, MATLAB/Python, Arduino/ C++, along with transferable skills gained through managerial roles in the food service industry, including team communication, working under pressure, and managing business expenses. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Specialized in rocket propulsion and propeller plane machinery and production.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Denny's
08.2019 - Current
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
- Cross-trained employees on additional job positions to ensure coverage of different roles and develop multitasker mentality.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful situations and effectively handled tense situations.
- Diffused any customer complaints with respect and genuine interest in solving whatever issue was at hand.
- Made sure to create a positive work environment by providing training and mentoring to new employees, resulting in improved team performance
- Stepped up to fill any position that I deemed was trailing behind during rush hour, this included, cooking, cleaning tables, washing dishes, etc.
- Ensured team members safety by always reminding them of potential dangers when working in the kitchen and how to avoid them.
Technician
SDSU Rocket Project
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Modeled rocket structures with predicted loads using NASTRAN and FEMAP and determined multiple modes of failure
- Predicted rocket trajectory and implemented correcting algorithm using Arduino software and C++
- Evaluated performance from data analysis
- Tested and calibrated guidance systems for accuracy prior to launch.
- Implemented nozzle cooling systems unto rockets based on thermal analyses using MATLAB and Simulink
- Diagnosed problems with malfunctioning components using technical schematics.
- Designed and machined a myriad of rocket parts.
- OSHA Compliant workspace.
- Basic Welding experience.
- Inspected rocket launchers for accuracy and safety prior to launch.
- Hands-on experience designing and producing amateur rockets
Scholar
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars
SAN DIEGO, CA
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Worked with other peers to assess a real-world Martian exploration mission.
- Created presentations and workshops to share research findings with academic audiences.
- Collaborated with NASA members and learned the intricacies of space travel and potential solutions.
- Completed 5 weeks worth of academic coursework related to a mock "Martian Mission".
- Onsite experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2023
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA06.2019
Skills
- Ability to work together in team-oriented projects
- Proficient in engineering software such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, NASTRAN, FEMAP, ANSYS, Python, C
- Mechanical parts assembly
- Software Integration
- Electrical circuits integration
- Arduino and Raspberry Pi board technician
- Quality Control
- Test automation and implementation
- Wind tunnel proficiency
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Technical writing in aerospace engineering field
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited
Accomplishments
- Received first place in rocket club competition for longest vertical distance traveled.
- Received "A" grade on year-long, full conceptual design of Close Air Support airplane.
- Received "A" grade for model turbojet engine design with constraining parameters
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Good judgment comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgment.
Jim Horning
Timeline
Technician
SDSU Rocket Project
07.2020 - 05.2023
Manager
Denny's
08.2019 - Current
Scholar
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars
05.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Diego State University
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Southwestern College
Academic Coursework
- Aerodynamics
- Flight Mechanics and Control
- Aircraft Structures
- Propulsion Systems
- Space Systems Implementation
- Material Science
- Heat Transfer Analysis
- Satellite Attitude Control
- MATLAB
- Python
- SolidWorks
- NASTRAN/FEMAP
Academic Coursework
- Aerodynamics
- Flight Mechanics and Control
- Aircraft Structures
- Propulsion Systems
- Space Systems Implementation
- Material Science
- Heat Transfer Analysis
- Satellite Attitude Control
- C++
- MATLAB
- Python
- SolidWorks
- NASTRAN/FEMAP
- Differential Equations
- Statics and Dynamics
- Fluid mechanics,
- Thermodynamics
- Electrical fields and circuits
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