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John Ryan Tarpley

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Driven engineering student with a proven track record at Amusement Connect, LLC, where I excelled in prototype testing and problem replication. I am experienced with Autodesk Inventor and python 3. I am experienced at fostering collaboration, and work well with peers to get tasks done efficiently and punctually.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Recovery Team Member

Cyclone Rocketry Club
Ames, IA
10.2024 - Current
  • Worked effectively with a large and diverse team.
  • Operated autonomously across various groups towards a common goal.
  • Collaboratively created a program to calculate dimensions of a parachute using mathematics and physics principles for optimal shape.

Engineering Intern

Amusement Connect, LLC
Kansas City, MO
05.2021 - 07.2024
  • Conducted analyses addressing failure and reliability.
  • Participated in fieldwork to collect data and verify design specifications.
  • Assisted in setting up test rigs for product testing purposes.
  • Advised customers on use of products or services.
  • Assisted in the troubleshooting and resolution of engineering issues.
  • Created accurate project specifications, documenting in technical manuals.
  • Contributed to the development of prototypes and testing procedures.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05-2027

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • New system implementation
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Strong work ethic
  • Computer programming
  • Graphic design
  • Project coordination
  • Quality assurance
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Fluent with multiple Adobe and Microsoft Products
  • Soldering
  • Advanced Shop Experience
  • Low-Voltage Electronics
  • Various programming IDEs
  • Confident with an oscilloscope
  • Limited Spanish fluency

Affiliations

  • Avid Tennis Player
  • AP Capstone Diploma Graduate
  • National Honor Society

Timeline

Recovery Team Member

Cyclone Rocketry Club
10.2024 - Current

Engineering Intern

Amusement Connect, LLC
05.2021 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Iowa State University
John Ryan Tarpley