Ivan A. Mendoza

Dynamic and results-oriented engineering professional with experience at Piper Aircraft Inc., where I leveraged Solidworks CSWA and bilingual capabilities to enhance project outcomes. Excelled in developing high-quality engineering designs and fostering team collaboration. Proven track record in improving process efficiency and delivering comprehensive technical solutions.

Engineering student versed in reviewing plans, writing reports, researching solutions and implementing company procedures. Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and work cooperatively within team environments. Computer competencies include various CAD programs and MS Office applications.

Competent Engineering professional offering foundation in engineering project management and design. History of success in performing load and cost calculations and establishing clear parameters. Detail-oriented with strong knowledge of [Area of expertise] and [Software].

Micro UAV Prototype, Aero Team Lead and CAD Specialist

• Lead my team to successfully develop and manufacture competitive aircraft
• Analyzed aircraft geometry in Fluent to approximate lift/drag in comparison to XFLR5
• Performed hand calculations for initial sizing of components based on local requirements.
• Created robust CAD model of all components of the aircraft in SolidWorks.
• Implemented technical writing skills to make recommendations on design specifications and systems.

Analysis in Wind Tunnel of Various Airfoils, Fluent and XFLR5

• Created a model wind tunnel in Ansys fluent to study pressure distribution airfoils.
• Modeled various airfoils to compare polar plot data to XFLR5.
• Applied lifting line theory to compare effectiveness of 2 D airfoils and 3D wings.
• Used pressure transducer to acquire data from airfoils in small scale wind tunnel.

Rail Gun Experiment, Solidworks

• Supported the building and manufacturing of a rail gun by constructing a layout plan in Solidworks for electrical components and used hand analysis for theoretical performance.

Research Project on Leading Edge Tubercules, CAD Specialist.

• Designed a wing to simulate in Fluent the effects of tubercles on a rectangular wing.
• Estimated structural loads in wing using thin plate stress analysis in NX Nastran.

Analysis of Propulsion System, MATLAB

• Created programs to study theoretical performance of various air breathing engines.