Wayne Harris

Motivated undergraduate student aspiring to become an aerospace engineer, with a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and engineering principles. Skilled in problem-solving, teamwork, and technical communication. Eager to apply academic knowledge, analytical skills, and hands-on learning to contribute to innovative aerospace projects and gain practical industry experience.

Virginia Tech: Design Build Fly

• Designed aircraft components in CAD and developed molds for fabrication, ensuring accurate geometry and manufacturability.
• Performed aerodynamic analysis of airfoils, wings, and full aircraft configurations using tools such as XFLR5 and AVL to evaluate lift, drag, and stability.
• Conducted flight-dynamics simulations to assess longitudinal and lateral stability, control derivatives, and overall performance across key flight regimes.
• Generated and analyzed drag polars, performance curves, and flow visualizations.
• Collaborated with team members to iterate on aircraft geometry, integrating simulation results and manufacturability constraints to optimize final design.