Samelys Rodriguez

Design and develop experimental research instruments, devices, or system components for space flight projects with undefined or uncertain performance requirements. Develop and implement practical processes for the fabrication and use of new technology in research and development projects. Plans, develops, and constructs modifications and upgrades to mechanical systems components that allow expansion of capabilities to exert and measure the effects of mechanical stresses on experimental and operational facility systems. Designs and documents novel test procedures, evaluates test results and makes necessary design adjustments to achieve an operational facility. Ensures that tests are set up and carried out in accordance with established objectives and milestones for project completion. Provides technical direction to the micro electrical test activities and support personnel and leads efforts to plan, develop, implement, and achieve test results.

Specific tasks:

• Flight Wire bonding Lead for the Instrument and Technology Branch of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
• Package and wafer level hardware design and building in support of flight missions that are specifically being worked on the detector development lab. Examples of these missions are: Nancy Roman Space Telescope, PACE/OCI spacecraft, James Webb Space Telescope, ATHENA Telescope, etc.
• Detector Packaging support for flight missions with JAXA ( Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency )
• Wire bonding, wafer dicing, destructive pull test processes, inspection of incoming space detectors, inspection of in house detectors, PCB building including surface mount population, solder stencil application and solder reflow.
• Tool ownership and acceptance: F&K G5 Automatic Wire bonder , F&S Bondtec 5600 Semi automatic Wire bonder, ADT and DISCO DAD 3220 dicing saws, MC301N solder reflow oven, Dage pull tester including maintenance and standard operating procedure documentation.
• Hazardous waste management, equipment management, new employee training. Lab management and safety.
  
  

Flight Mission and Research Development Technical support

• Design of electrical diagrams for balloon bourne projects as well as spaceflight missions.
• Manufacturing all electrical hardware for balloon bourne projects.
• Testing support of devices to measure gravity waves of the cosmic wave background of the Universe.
• Technical Support to 11 clients/projects within NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Caltech University, Johns Hopkins University, etc.
• Consistently met high-quality standards for all completed work while adhering to established timelines, ensuring client satisfaction with final results.
• Contributed to a safer working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols, guidelines, and regulations.
• Collaborated closely with engineers in developing new products or improving existing ones, providing valuable input from a technician's perspective.
• Showcased strong attention to detail in the preparation, assembly, and installation of intricate components supporting engineering projects.
• Soldering, Wire bonding, die epoxy work, python programming, C++ programming.

• Missions Operation Room preparation support for the LRO ( Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter )
• Measure the amount of minerals such as iron and titanium of the Tsikolvosky Crater in the backside of the moon.
• Theoretic Physics, Applied Math and programming support for the future creation of a 3D map of the moon's surface.
• Support in Identifying potential landing sites for future human spaceflight missions
• Mathematical support to characterize the radiation environment
• Test new technologies
• Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
• Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
• Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
• Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.

• Assisted in the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at promoting STEM education among all students.
• Led after-school clubs focused on scientific topics such as astronomy or environmental conservation, sparking student interest in STEM fields outside the classroom setting.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods as necessary to improve comprehension.

• Research assistance in the development of nanotubes capable of killing E. coli bacteria
• Biohazard research development
• Training freshman students in the CVD ( Chemical Vapor Deposition ) chamber in preparation for tools assembly to support the bio nanotechnology milestone of the university.
• Training freshman students the use of the lab infrared spectroscopy machine to study chemicals and their interaction with light.
• Training freshman and intern students of the mass spectrometry machine to study the amount of chemicals in a sample created in the lab.
• Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
• Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding nanotechnology.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
• Performed research into study topics such as biology, chemistry and physical chemistry to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.