EHI E.
Arlington,WA
Summary
Aerospace engineer with mechanical engineering training, experienced in designing, developing, and testing mechanical and aerospace systems. Adept in solving complex engineering challenges, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Known for reliability, clear communication, and the ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Proficient in fluid dynamics and mechanics, foil bearing modeling, and CFD analysis, with a strong track record of delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions in mechanical engineering, structures, materials, and aerodynamics.
Professional engineer with focus on driving innovation in research and development. Recognized for delivering impactful solutions and fostering collaborative environments to achieve project objectives. Reliable team player with adaptability to evolving project needs and strong technical acumen in R&D processes.
Professional engineer with solid background in research and development. Skilled in innovative problem-solving, product design, and data analysis. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing project needs, and consistently drives team success. Known for technical proficiency and attention to detail, ensuring impactful results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Engineer (Grad)
University of Texas, Arlington
08.2021 - Current
- Led the design and performance analysis of radial and thrust foil bearings, focusing on enhancing efficiency and reliability for advanced turbomachinery applications.
- Utilized ANSYS software suite for comprehensive aerodynamic, thermal, and structural simulations of key turbomachinery components, including compressors and turbines, ensuring optimized design and performance under operational conditions.
- Performed structural FEA and hand calculations for rotating components and support structures under high-temperature and dynamic loads, analogous to pressure vessel performance assessment.
- Designed and developed full-scale test rigs and supporting structural components, integrating advanced instrumentation systems for precise data acquisition and real-time performance monitoring.
- Spearheading project management activities, overseeing the lifecycle of research initiatives from conceptualization through execution, including strategic planning, resource allocation, scheduling, and budget management.
- Authoring high-level technical reports and delivering findings through detailed presentations to both academic peers and industry professionals, contributing to cross-disciplinary knowledge transfer and collaboration.
- Accomplishment: Achieved a 60% improvement in efficiency and thermal stability of radial and thrust foil bearings through the application of advanced simulation methods and design optimization. This improvement led to reduced energy losses and a longer operational lifespan of the bearings, significantly boosting the reliability and cost-effectiveness of high-performance turbomachinery systems.
Research and Development Engineer (Grad)
University of Maryland, College Park
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducted advanced structural mechanics and aerodynamic simulations for rotary and fixed-wing components to optimize performance and compliance with stringent aerospace industry standards.
- Led comprehensive aerodynamic studies aimed at enhancing rotor blade performance, utilizing sophisticated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies, such as LES (Large Eddy Simulation) and RANS (Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes), along with data visualization tools to provide in-depth performance insights.
- Developed, optimized, and implemented custom MATLAB and Fortran scripts to streamline complex engineering calculations, such as rotor blade trim analysis and performance optimization.
- Delivered detailed technical presentations and reports to multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, system engineers, and project managers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate simulation results into the broader aircraft design process, ensuring seamless communication of technical findings and contributing to the development of innovative, high-performance aerospace solutions.
- Coordinated validation of simulation results through physical testing, including wind tunnel experiments and flight tests, ensuring alignment between theoretical predictions and real-world performance.
- Accomplishment: Achieved a 20% increase in rotor blade performance efficiency by applying advanced CFD techniques and optimizing rotor blade trim. This improvement resulted in enhanced fuel efficiency, reduced operational costs, and improved overall flight stability for rotorcraft systems, contributing to both performance and cost-saving objectives in aerospace design.
Education
PhD Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Texas, Arlington
Arlington, Texas01.2025
MS Aerospace Engineering - undefined
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, Maryland01.2021
BS Aerospace Engineering - undefined
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, Maryland01.2018
Skills
- CFD & Mechanical Analysis
- Aerodynamics
- Fluid Dynamics/Mechanics
- Mechanical Design
- Structural Analysis
- Systems Engineering
- Control Systems
- Propulsion Systems
- Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
- Computational skills
- Materials Science
- Customer focus
Accomplishments
- Engaged in an extensive, in-house, multi-scale research and development study.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Affiliations
- ASME, STLE, NSBE
Timeline
Research and Development Engineer (Grad)
University of Texas, Arlington
08.2021 - Current
Research and Development Engineer (Grad)
University of Maryland, College Park
08.2018 - 05.2021
MS Aerospace Engineering - undefined
University of Maryland, College Park
BS Aerospace Engineering - undefined
University of Maryland, College Park
PhD Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Texas, Arlington
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