Aerospace Experience

NASA Internship

Selected as 1 of ~50 nationwide for NASA’s elite high school internship, I contributed to Artemis-era mission design by developing a mission planning tool to optimize spacecraft refueling strategies in cislunar space. My work included modeling fuel transfer nodes, calculating delta-v and propellant usage, and simulating architectures for sustainable lunar logistics. I also researched the physics of bubble dynamics in microgravity and proposed experimental methods for propellant management devices (PMDs).

Aerospace Research Intern

At the Boznar Nanoscience Lab (UT Arlington), I contributed to the design of sustainable aerospace systems by engineering a pressurized hydrogen chamber to test lightweight, recyclable materials for next-generation propulsion and thermal shielding. Our work focused on integrating nanostructured composites into drone and spacecraft designs to reduce weight, improve fuel efficiency, and support clean energy applications. I gained hands-on experience in experimental design, systems modeling, and the selection of green materials.

Aircraft Systems Intern

At Flight Frame (an Aerospace startup), as part of the HARP-E cargo UAV program, I supported subsystem architecture, power budget modeling, and the integration of COTS components. I helped develop a traceable design framework by aligning subsystem choices to the Requirements Verification Traceability Matrix (RVTM). I supported early-stage work on the Common Receptacle Interface Box (CRIB) for power and signal routing. My role bridged the gap between engineering and systems thinking at a fast-paced aerospace startup.

Aerospace Club & Rocketry Team President

I founded and led the first-ever Aerospace Club in my school, growing it into a hub for hands-on exploration and mentorship. I organized field trips, hosted industry speakers, and merged the club with our award-winning American Rocketry Challenge (TARC) Rocketry Team, which I led to the National Finals. We were featured on local news and DFW NBC5 news. I also created partnerships with local aerospace orgs and launched community outreach efforts to bring rocketry and engineering workshops to younger students.

These experiences are just the launchpad.

Every role, from testing sustainable materials in hydrogen chambers to architecting refueling systems for Artemis-class missions, has shaped my belief that aerospace isn’t just about going farther. It’s about bringing more people along for the journey. Whether through engineering, outreach, or leadership, I’m building a future where the sky isn’t the limit!

Gallery

This gallery captures the journey, from hands-on rocket launches to high-level research, from mentoring students to meeting NASA engineers. These snapshots reflect the work, the wonder, and the people powering a more inclusive future in aerospace.