John Vincent Esplana Hickey
Centreville,MD
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer & Telescope Operator
UMBC Observatory
Baltimore, MD
03.2024 - Current
- Maintain the operational status of the telescope and ensure smooth functionality.
- Work on components and instruments for telescope updates and modifications.
- Collect data from the target list provided by the research team to support ongoing projects.
Scuba Diving Advisor
Kent Island Scuba
Stevensville, MD
03.2021 - Current
- Assist current and new students in selecting appropriate gear based on their needs.
- Collaborate with various law enforcement agencies and fire department for gear selection and maintenance
- Support dive instructors in training new and continuing students in scuba techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05-2025
Skills
- 3D Printing & Slicing
- MATLAB
- Python
- SolidWorks
- Breadboarding
Certification
- Scuba Regulator Technician
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- Advanced Rescue Scuba Diver
- Nitrox Diver
Current Projects
- Guide Acquire Module (GAM) Repair: Working with a team tasked in the restoration and repair of the UMBC Observatory's Guide Acquire Module (GAM). The GAM is essential for both scientific and research purposes, providing useful functions and features with its ability to attach various types of instruments in a single time.
- Capstone Project: Working with a team tasked on improving the design of Blue Green Energy's vertical-axis hydrokinetic turbine to enhance efficiency and performance.
Timeline
Engineer & Telescope Operator
UMBC Observatory
03.2024 - Current
Scuba Diving Advisor
Kent Island Scuba
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland - Baltimore County
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