AHMED M. FODA
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical option) December 2014
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, Flushing, NY
Bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering May 2006
Institute of aviation engineering and technology, Cairo, Egypt
ENGINEERING PROJECTS
Soap Film Tunnel Fall 2014
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, Flushing, NY
Researched soap film tunnel to study fluid dynamics in two dimensional flow based on Aerodynamics and use
Gathered information about material, where to obtain parts needed and installed all parts for final design project
Constructed 3D design utilizing CATIA software and take pictures and different videos for the motion of the flow
Helicopter Forward Flight Performance Based on Dynamic Stall Characteristics Spring 2006
Institute of aviation engineering and technology, Cairo, Egypt
Generated calculations needed to complete project in Excel using knowledge from Aerodynamic course
Conducted research on helicopter performance and Rotorcraft model consisting of main rotor blade element
Created 3D design of main rotor model using SolidWorks
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aeronautical Engineer July 2008- August 2009
EGYPTAIR, Cairo, Egypt
Aeronautical engineer in line maintenance engineer & major maintenance aircraft's team for Egypt Air fleet
Assisted in Servicing, Modification, repair, replacements, test, operation and inspection of aircraft components
Worked in overhaul of Jet Engines and gas turbine engines, fuel oil and exhaust systems with maintenance team
Implemented stress analysis, damage assessments on fuselage, removal of aircraft wing inspection panel
Performed walk around inspection per aircraft maintenance schedule
Lab Assistant September 2013- December 2014
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, Flushing, NY
Prepared lab equipment necessary for thermo-fluid experiments
Explained lab procedures and help students complete their assignments
Mechanical Engineer July 2007- Jun 2008
General Nile Company for Road construction, Cairo, Egypt
Operate, maintenance, repair and calibration for heavy equipment with make sure all the tools are safe to work
Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined the best ways to correct them and also manager for tool shop
Engineering Intern July 2005- September 2005
MANTRAC, Alexandria, Egypt
Trained in design, installation and testing of CAT parts, tools and materials by customized service solution division (CAT Parts Department)
Workshop Tutor September 2004- May 2005
Institute of aviation engineering and technology, Cairo, Egypt
Conducted workshops within institution to teach students the safety ways and safety tools must be worn when working and skills necessary for turning, milling, welding, metal casting, forging, sheet metal work and rivets
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Vaughn College Robotics Club Member
COMPUTER SKILLS
Software: SolidWorks, MatLab, CATIA V5.7, 2D and 3D CAD, Patran-Nastran
3D design and simulation software, Microsoft Office
Technical: Stress analysis, Finite element Analysis