Design Engineer

Ross Michael Rickards, E.I.

Email: ****.******@*****.***

Phone Number: 561-***-****

Permanent Address: 71 Dunbar Rd.

Palm Beach Gardens FL, 33418

OBJECTIVE:

To acquire a challenging and hands-on position which utilizes and enhances my engineering background, trouble-shooting abilities, communication skills, and leadership potential

EDUCATION:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

GPA – 3.086/4.0

Area of Concentration – Astronautics

Minors – Astronomy, International Relations, Mathematics

*Obtained degree while working a part time job an average of 24 hours a week

ENGINEERING PROJECTS:

Senior Design – Aquila Escape Velocity 2 (EV2)

- Designed the support structure and fuel feed system necessary to merge two separate ERAU rocket projects together in CATIA V5; including testing and analysis of design concepts

Senior Design – Icarus IV

- Designed the vehicle architecture for a two stage sounding rocket in CATIA V5

Observational Astronomy – Speckle Imaging

- Imaged Saturn’s moon, Titan, as well as a few stars using speckle imaging techniques

3D CADD & Engineering Documentation – Republic Fighter Tank

- Collaborated with teammates to dimension and replicate a model of the Republic Fighter Tank from Star Wars in CATIA V5

Graduate Research – Optimization of Wind Turbine Blade

- Acted as advisor on concepts of design for a graduate level research project using industry gained experience

Embry-Riddle Future Space Explorers and Developers Society (ERFSEDS) – Motor Casing Layup

- Produced multiple motor casings out of pre-impregnated carbon fiber for testing and development

NASA Florida Space Academy – Weather Balloon Project

- Led a team of students through the design, production, and launch of a payload attached to a weather balloon given NASA specifications

Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics – Yo-yo De-spin

- Analyzed and animated yo-yo de-spin with radial release for a satellite using MATLAB

Modern Physics – Holography

- Designed and applied an experiment to develop and test holograms

Space Mechanics – Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) Mission

- Designed and modeled, in MATLAB, the transfer orbit for a satellite to impact the moon given NASA and faculty specifications

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE:

LM Wind Power, Little Rock, AR

Continuous Improvement Intern, June 2010 – August 2010

• Collaborated on improving design processes, materials, and waste output

• Worked with engineers to document findings and validate savings

• Presented on achievements at the end of the term to a panel of Colleagues

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Housing, Daytona Beach, FL

Resident Adviser, March 2009 – May 2011

• Built positive relationships by providing direction and support for residents living on campus

• Developed communication and costumer focus skills by organizing meetings and events for residents

• Developed adaptability by being a prepared first-responder in crisis or emergency situations

SKILLS:

Aerodynamics - Wind tunnel and CFD analysis of airfoils and various shapes

Electronics - Construction and Analysis of Circuits

Programming Languages - C+; MATLAB

Software - Catia V5; NEiNastran and FEMAP v9.31; SIMULINK; Microsoft Office Suite Products

Technical - Structures and Instrumentation Testing and Analysis; Carbon Fiber Layups

ACTIVITIES:

Awards - Dean’s List (Fall 2010 and Spring 2011)

Clubs - Astronomy; ERFSEDS; Rock-Climbing; Rugby; Sky-Diving; Soccer

Community Service - Perform Several Hours a Year Through Various Organizations

Leadership - Participant of Leadership Conference 2010; Team Leader on Several Projects; Level 1 Certified CrossFit Trainer; Risk Manager for Former Fraternity

Study Abroad - Spent 6 weeks in China studying the language and culture

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