Aaron Mascarenhas
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Charlotte, NC, 28210
OBJECTIVE An opportunity in Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Research or Development where I can use my experience to solve complex problems using innovative solutions, ensuring company & personal growth.
EDUCATION North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering (May 2007)
GPA 3.541/4.000
SKILLS Computer: Linux and UNIX, FORTRAN, Microsoft Office, Solid Works, CATIAV5, Enovia,
ProE, ANSYS, AutoCAD, CMARC, Unigraphics, MATLAB, Tornado, LabView, Harpoon, TecPlot
Language: English-fluent, German-proficient, Hindi-proficient, Marathi- basic, Spanish- basic
Related courses: Differential Equations, Statistics, Aerospace Vehicle Performance, Solid Mechanics
Structural Properties of Engineering Materials, Graphics, Circuit Analysis, Aerodynamics I-II,
Experimental Aerodynamics I-III, Thermodynamics, Dynamics of Machines, Aerospace Structures I-II,
Dynamics and Controls, Stability and Controls, Orbital Mechanics, Boundary Layer Analysis, Aero-
Propulsion, Rocket Propulsion, Aerospace Vehicle Design, VTOL, Geometric Tolerance (GD&T).
EXPERIENCE
Huinay Research Station, 4/2010-6/2010
Research Assistant/Dive Operations Manager, Huinay, Chile
- Led dive operations for scientists studying marine biology in Chilean fjords
- Developed Experimental procedures, Maintained labs, equipment, and aquariums used for research.
- Collected, Analyzed and Recorded Data & Samples of various flora, fauna and water in the fjord.
- Set up artificial reefs to study the growth of coral and organized daily station dive activity.
- Assisted with underwater photography and spliced video footage for Google Oceans.
Utila Dive Center, 6/2009-9/2009
Divemaster and Dive Instructor, Utila, Honduras
- Took courses to further my knowledge in diving, teaching, leadership, and marine conservation.
- Taught students how to dive via various courses and lead divers in various environments
- Developed teamwork, leadership, sales, communication, and customer satisfaction skills.
Cessna Aircraft Company, 11/2007- 4/2009
Product Design Engineer (Associate), Wichita, Kansas
- Product Engineering support for Forward Cabin, Hatches, Main Cabin Door, and Flight Controls both in
new product manufacturing & in use customer Citation 680 Sovereign Business Jets.
- Used CATIA V5 to design new and update existing parts to ensure a more efficient/lean manufacturing
process- Redesign of Wheel Well Assembly, Cabin Door parts & Flight Control flap systems.
- Met with vendors, Quality, Six Sigma, production & delivery teams to troubleshoot & solve problems.
- Reviewed/Created Technical Documents, BOM’s and Drawings (individual parts and assemblies).
- Tested Components, Materials, Finishes, and Designs via 3-D Model, Flight and Lab Experiments.
- Developed teamwork, technical writing, leadership, organizational, and customer satisfaction skills.
Hendo Industries, 6/2007- 7/2007
Manufacturing Intern, Mumbai, India
- Oversaw various Casting, Machining, and Forging Processes. Tested spring balancers and pull trolleys
before shipment. Visited with vendors to ensure quality and place orders for parts to increase production.
- Helped incorporate safety pin and new hook system for spring balancers under various loads.
- Developed teamwork, organizational, management, communication, analytical, and business skills.
NCSU Senior Design, 8/2006- 5/2007
Group Leader/Structural Analysist, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
- Successfully led team of 8 that Designed, Analyzed, Built, & Tested Composite jet dual wing UAV.
- Designed all structures using FEA. Aided with Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Stability & Controls design.
- Developed composite manufacturing, analytical, technical writing, organization, and leadership skills.
HONORS
- PADI Master Scuba Diver Instructor
- Board Member in the Organization for New Cessna Employees (ONCE)
- FE Certified (EIT)
- Sigma Gamma Tau
- Pi Tau Sigma
- AIAA
- International Baccalaureate Diploma
- Deans List 2003-2006, 2007
- Volunteered: Orphanage: Bolivia, Ecuador, Nepal, Huinay Research Station, and Habitat for Humanity