Resume

Education

Master of Engineering: Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Iowa State University, August 2021-Current, GPA: 3.67/4.0

Bachelor of Science: Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Iowa State University, Earned-May 2021, GPA: 3.42/4.0
Emphasis - Embedded System Design & Integrated Circuit Design (VLSI)

FE Electrical and Computer - Passed
College of Engineering Dean's List: Spring 2020, Fall 2020, and Spring 2021

Graduate Coursework:
Deep Learning Theory & Practice (AI)
Advanced Data Storage Techniques
Network Security & Protocols
Systems Engineering & Analysis
Systems Engineering & Project Management

Undergraduate Coursework:
Electronic Circuits and Systems
Digital Logic Design
C Programming
Object Oriented Programming (Java)
Software Data Structures (Java)
Probabilty Statistics
Signals and Systems (MATLAB)
Communication Systems (MATLAB)
Embedded Systems Programming (C)
Embedded Systems Design
Electromagnetic Fields & Waves
Technical Writing & Communication
Integrated Electronics
Digital VLSI Design
Computer Organization & Design (VHDL)
Energy Systems & Power Electronics
Engineering Economic Analysis

Work Experience

Software Engineer - Automated Test in Aviation, Garmin International Inc., June 2021-Present

  • Collaborated with Embedded Software Engineers, Hardware Engineers, Project Managers, and Process Engineers to create automated testing equipment and software to support the development/production of safety critical avionics (DO-178).
  • Designed high speed applications for embedded development and analysis of avionic equipment
  • Created scripts to automate integrity/version checks of the software development process.
  • Supported the production of multiple aeronautical modules. Including: controllers, data concentrators, traffic collision avoidance systems, displays, and autopilot.
  • Active participant and volunteer in GPS Vets organization for helping veterans and other causes.

    • Test Electronics/Controls Engineer Co-op, Kinze Manufacturing Inc., May 2019-December 2019

  • Performed ESD and environmental testing on electronic products.
  • Created thorough documentation on testing procedures on legacy and future products.
  • Designed and implemented test benches for electronic products.
  • Developed data acquisition device for analyzing LINbus and proprietary control system messages.
  • Created multiple software applications for CANbus, LINbus, and MUXbus control system analysis and sensor data analysis.

    • Squad Leader (E6) - Infantry Staff Sergeant, Iowa Army National Guard, May 2017-May 2023

  • Lead and mentored a squad of two teams consisting of four Soldiers each.
  • Ensured welfare and readiness of Soldiers both inside and outside of their time of duty.
  • Conducted training plans and classes to prepare and maintain readiness throughout the organization of 120 Soldiers.
  • Served as Additional Duty Safety Officer by conducting deliberate risk-assessments and instilling proper risk mitigations.

    • Skills

    Coding Languages
    Python
    C & C++ 
    Verilog & VHDL
    MATLAB
    Assembly
    Java
    HTML, JS, & CSS
    SQL
    Batch, Shell, & Bash
    Familiar Programs
    Circuit & PCB Design
    NI Multisim & Ultiboard
    Altium Circuit Maker
    IC Design & Simulation
    Cadence - Virtuoso, Innovus, & Encounter
    Simulation
    MATLAB & Simulink
    LTSpice/PSpice
    PSSE
    Modelsim
    3D CAD
    Solid Works
    Familiar Programs
    Version Control
    Jira & Git
    FPGA Development
    Xilinx - Vivado & Vitis
    Intel Quartus
    Softare Development
    NI LabVIEW & Teststand
    Anaconda (Python)
    Visual Studio
    Linux OS
    Web Development
    Apache2, NGINX, Django, & Docker
    Experience With
    Solding (including SMD)
    Embedded Systems (Programing and Design)
    Arduino & TI Launch Pad
    PCB Design
    3D CAD & Printing
    ASIC Layout, Design, & Simulation
    FPGA programming
    Serial Interfaces: SPI, I2C, RS232/485, Ethernet (TCP & UDP), ARINC429, CAN, & UART
    Web Development (Static & Dynamic)
    Machine Learning

    University Involvement

    Controls Team Member, Cardinal Space Mining, January 2019-May 2019

  • Worked as a team with other electrical and computer engineers on NASA sponsored project to create a mining rover to compete against other universities.
  • Helped design, test, and code telemetry to allow the rover to become autonomous for the first time.
  • Designed and tested a battery power management shield compatible with Arduino for the rover.

    • Group Project Lead, Critical Tinkers, January 2017-May 2017

  • Lead a group of four students in designing, creating, and purchasing parts for an autonomous quadcopter.
  • Programed an Arduino 101 that included an accelerometer and gyroscope to fly and correct the quadcopter so it could reach its destination coordinates that were transmitted over Bluetooth.

    • Lifting Chair, Bergman House, August 2016-May 2017

  • Created weekly posters and emails for the residents of Bergan House that included information on general nutrition and a variety of lifts and cardio exercises.
  • Organized weekly lifting and sports events with house members.

    • Resume PDF: Resume Spring 2023