Paul Baker
White Lake,MI
Summary
I am an undergraduate Aerospace Engineering student at the University of Michigan, currently developing skills in Model-Based Systems Engineering, and flight tracking systems. Highly motivated to take on new challenges, and eager to learn any relevant industry skills. Passionate about aerodynamic structures and defense technology within the industry.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
M-CASTLE 388x Project Team
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborating with a student team and industry partner Leidos to design, build, and test a multi-layered drone defense system using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices.
- Currently developing base requirements and conducting trade studies to evaluate design alternatives.
- Pursuing MBSE certification by year-end and expanding technical skills in software development, coding, and flight tracking systems.
Weather Balloon Payload Team Leader
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Led a student team in the design, construction, and launch of a payload to study forces within the jet stream using high-altitude ballooning.
- Designed a custom PCB in Altium to serve as the central electronics platform for the payload.
- Assembled and soldered components while ensuring structural integrity and reliability of the overall payload system.
M-Fly General Structures Team Member
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with team members to design and iterate the CAD model and develop all necessary components for the aircraft.
- Assisted in the development of the Outer Mold Line for an aircraft, defining the overall aerodynamic shape, including the wing, tail, and fuselage.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI12-2028
Skills
- Model-Based Systems Engineering (Current)
- CAD design
- PCB design
- Flight tracking systems
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Matlab
- Python
- C
Timeline
M-CASTLE 388x Project Team
University of Michigan
08.2025 - Current
Weather Balloon Payload Team Leader
University of Michigan
12.2024 - 05.2025
M-Fly General Structures Team Member
University of Michigan
08.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelors of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Michigan
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