My Resume
A summary of my professional experience, skills, and education.
Work Experience
Hardware-in-the-loop Engineer
- Led the development of critical test technologies to support current customer test requirements such as celestial and magnetic navigation
- Architected interfaces to support the integration of multiple cutting-edge sensors and navigation systems into hardware-in-the-loop test environments
- Rapidly prototyped and delivered software with a team to support numerous mission essential projects.
- Developed expertise in multiple disciplines including optical engineering, real time systems, EO/IR, RF systems, and modeling/simulation to support on-going projects
- Participated in agile development processes, including daily stand-ups and sprint planning
- Mentored multiple young engineers including both high school students and college professionals
Mechanical Engineering Intern
- Rotated working under in-house subject matter experts completing mission critical projects and filling knowledge gaps
- Designed and implemented (Python) novel steering control design for Risley Prism based optical beam steering
- Developed serial interface in C for F-15e cockpit used in man-in-the-loop testing
- Helped developed passive radar system leveraging softeware defined radios (SDR)
- Became familiarized with government processes including SBIRs and contracting procedures
Undergraduate Research Assistant
- Aided in the development of predictive navigation algorithms for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
- Collaborated with senior graduate researchers
Education
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering: Robotics Focus
Focused on advanced control theory, machine learning, state estimation, and robotics applied to airborne platforms.
- GPA: 4.0/4.0
- Graduate Research Project on Neural Network based perception optimization
Relevant Coursework:
- Advanced Linear Control Systems
- Advanced Robotics and Autonomous Systems
- Machine Learning
- Statistical State Estimation and Kalman Filtering
- Decision Making under Uncertainty
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Core curriculum included computer programming, data structures, algorithms, database systems, and software engineering principles.
- GPA: 3.9/4.0
- Dean's List (All Semesters - 1)
- Undergraduate Research Assistant
Relevant Coursework:
- Control Systems
- System Dynamics
- Mechanical Design
- Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer
- Manufacturing Processes
- Computer-Aided Design
Skills Summary
Technical Skills
- Languages: Python, C++, C, MATLAB, Julia
- Progamming Softwares: ROS, Pytorch, Tensorflow, Pandas, SQL, OpenCV
- Other Softwares: Solidworks (CAD/FEA), NI Multisim, NI Labview, Unix, Microsoft Office Suite
- DevOps: Docker, Git
Soft Skills
- Team leadership/team player
- Project management, organization, and planning
- Clear communication and meticulous documentation
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Adaptability and continuous learning to new technologies
Publications
Reflexive Actuation Technology for Robust Autonomous Flight Control
Authors: Rhoe A. Thompson, Paul R. Mackin, Alec W. Letsinger, J. Sean Humbert
Journal: AIAA, 2024
This paper presents a novel approach to leveraging distributed sensing to reject disturbances instantaneously improving the robustness of autonomous flight control systems.
Cartesian blind spot correction using two non-equal Risley elements
Authors: Joshua K. Lentz, Alec W. Letsinger
Conference: Appl. Opt. 60, G49-G54, 2021
This paper presents a method for removing the Cartesian blind spot of a Risley prism based optical beam steering system at the expense of introducting an angular blindspot.
References
Professional references are available upon request.