Missael A. Matamoros
Graduate Teaching Assistant/Researcher
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Resourceful Graduate Research Assistant and Researcher passionate about advancing knowledge in physical science through high-quality research. Self-motivated professional with excellent communication, adaptability, diligence, planning and problem solving abilities.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Researcher
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
01.2021 - Current
- Researcher in nonlinear dynamics and unsteady aerodynamics. Currently working towards thesis degree by designing, analyzing and developing a hybrid flapping-conventional wing micro air vehicle. Established the aereodyamic analysis and background section so far.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
08.2020 - Current
- Encouraged, mentored and assisted 40+ laboratory students over the last year in the wonders of tangible physical science.
- Graded and annotated over 200+ lab reports with constructive feedback, orienting students to understand processes and fundamentals behind their experiments.
- Maintained an atmosphere of academic learning and advancement to facilitate learning and development of critical thinking skills.
Student Assistant
Student Accessibility Services, New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Helped with administrative support, including managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements to aid students receive adequate accommodations per the ADA.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Designed and executed ultrasonic wave propagation in solid media Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in Abaqus FEM.
- Collaborated in the investigation and design of a Non-Destructive Test (NDTE) system.
- Mentored and assisted students in the operation of Computer-Aided Engineering software (CAE).
- Recorded FEA data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices for Capstone project.
Quality Engineer Co-op
Textron Aviation Mexico
Chihuahua , Chihuahua, Mexico
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Collaborated in prototype design project for visual-distortion inspection on aircraft windshields.
- Coordinated with quality control staff to complete new inspection processes in 5+ recently transferred products.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for recurrent failures and errors in multiple sub-assembly lines.
- Supported fuselage assembly quality team members during corrective action updates for product integration under rigorous deadline pressure.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 01.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Universidad Autonoma De Chihuahua
Chihuahua, Mexico 01.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
Literature reviews
Research and analysis
Lab operations
Technical Writing
Teambuilding
SolidWorks 3D models
Matlab
Troubleshooting
Written Communication
Affiliations
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, New Mexico State University. 2018 - Present.
- American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Chihuahua Autonomous University. 2016-2018
Timeline
Graduate Researcher
New Mexico State University
01.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Mexico State University
08.2020 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
New Mexico State University
08.2020 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
New Mexico State University
05.2019 - 08.2019
Student Assistant
Student Accessibility Services, New Mexico State University
08.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Mexico State University
01.2018 - 12.2019
Quality Engineer Co-op
Textron Aviation Mexico
06.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Universidad Autonoma De Chihuahua
01.2015 - 12.2017