Olivia K. Caper
Johnstown,PA
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Space Systems Design Laboratory Researcher
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Starting and defining parameters of an astrobiology systems engineering project that includes the use of cyanobacteria to create oxygen under the effects of microgravity, the lack of an atmosphere, and no oxygen.
- Conducting literature reviews pertaining to creating the system.
Technical Intern II
Leonardo DRS
Johnstown, PA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Boeing AROS 2.0 project: Analyzed technical wire drawings, created Unique Identifier codes, and created work plans.
- Developed components for Empower system at the facility.
- Developed comprehensive work plans using Solumina across various facility initiatives (ADFR, DFIRS, CSA, GEDMS, TIH).
- Conducted thorough testing on electronics to meet the quality standards set by Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
Computational Fluid Dynamics Researcher
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted six unique aerodynamic performance investigations with the guidance of a research adviser.
- Maximized airflow design for aerospace systems by utilizing collected information.
- Predicted hover and thrust coefficient for the HVAB rotorcraft, using varying coning angles, and optimizing the amount of torque output by the system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Westmont Hilltop Jr/Sr High School
Johnstown, PA05-2021
Skills
- MATLAB
- SolidWorks
- Ansys Fluent
- XFOIL
- Microsoft Office
- DAQ
- Solumina
- Empower
- Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Project Management
- Analyzing Technical Drawings
- Electronics Testing
- Collaboration
Projects
Jet and Rocket Propulsion Engine Design Project
Limerick, Ireland
- Worked in a group of 3 to analyze four different aircraft engine cycles to optimize efficiency for given flight conditions.
- Collaborated with team to design, solve, and optimize cycle equations in MATLAB while writing a final report.
- Worked on project while simultaneously completing rigorous aerospace classes in the 10 week program.
Product Design in Engineering Graphics
Atlanta, GA
- Group project: designed, modeled in SolidWorks CAD, and presented design for large-scale automatic drone sprinkler system.
- Designed a subassembly tank system comprised of 10 parts.
- Initiated weekly group meetings to ensure the project’s final production by the given date.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Russian
Elementary
Leadership
Tekstyles Dance Team
- Served as an Assistant Creative Director and Visual Manager to make executive and creative decisions regarding the team.
- Choreographed and taught dance pieces to be performed in front of an audience.
Certification
- Thermodynamics/Fluids
- Aerodynamics
- Vehicle Performace
- Jet & Rocket Propulsion
- Structures
- Controls Systems & Dynamics
Timeline
Space Systems Design Laboratory Researcher
Georgia Tech
08.2024 - Current
Technical Intern II
Leonardo DRS
05.2024 - 08.2024
Computational Fluid Dynamics Researcher
Georgia Tech
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Westmont Hilltop Jr/Sr High School
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