aakash desai
Systems Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
system engineer u army devcom armament center
U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
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Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey
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Systems Engineer
Rutgers University
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• Led 3 recitations a week of 20 students each for Introduction to Computer Science, which is taught in Java
• Developed session plans that included material review and practice problems to reinforce key computer science concepts
• Used various pedagogical techniques such as effective questioning and cooperative learning to engage students and promote class discussion
Piscataway, NJ
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Learning Assistant
Rutgers University
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• Worked under Professor E.DeMauro and a graduate student on a project that explores oscillations in the wake of a cylinder in supersonic flow
• Created SolidWorks drawings of a wind tunnel cylinder mount, and consulted with a design specialist to improve manufacturability
• Conducted tests in a supersonic wind tunnel, and took Schlieren images of wake profiles which were analyzed
Piscataway, NJ
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Undergraduate Researcher
MW Industries, Inc.
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• Oversaw orders through all stages of production, including design, quoting, manufacturing, quality assurance and shipping
• Made sure aerospace parts met stringent AS9100 quality specifications by performing First Article Inspection(FAI) and creating Certification of Compliance (COC) packets
• Ran Lean Daily Management (LDM) reports to evaluate the engineering department’s performance metrics, such as quality, on-time delivery, safety and efficiency
• Identified and corrected a $20,000 discrepancy in production cost estimation, which resulted in accurate revenue projection
• Designed springs for use in a variety of applications, including satellites, rockets, airplanes, medical devices and more
Ringoes, New Jersey
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Engineering Intern
Theta Tau
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In charge of keeping track of members’ academic performance and providing assistance to members as needed.
Rutgers University
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Scholarship Chair
Costco Wholesale
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- Maintained the store at the standards that customers expect by collecting carts and restocking items.
- Assisted customers by checking their items and directing them to items they were looking for.
- Presented myself in a professional manner at all times.
Laguna Niguel, CA
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Front End Assistant
Comprehensive College Prep
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- Worked one-on-one with students to tutor them in subjects such as algebra, calculus and physics.
- Administered practice SAT Exams.
- Prepared students for AP Exams.
Laguna Hills, CA
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Student Tutor
Master of Engineering - MEng
Systems Analytics
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Stevens Institute of Technology
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Bachelor’s Degree
Concentration in Aerospace Engineering, Magna Cum Laude
Mechanical Engineering
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Rutgers University
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High School Diploma
Aliso Niguel High School
Mechanical Engineering Honors Society
Pi Tau Sigma
Webmaster
Professional Co-Ed Engineering Fraternity
-As Scholarship Chair, I am in charge of organizing study sessions and finding ways to help brothers (members) who may be struggling with their academics.
Theta Tau - Omicron Delta Chapter
Scholarship Chair
- Member of the propulsion sub-team which is in charge of testing and selecting mechanical components of the aircraft, and documenting the results of testing
- Analyzed performance data of various motors and batteries and selected the best components for the aircraft
RU Airborne (Rutgers AIAA)
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Scholarship awarded for high academic performance and leadership in the community.
Rutgers University
Elmer C. Easton Scholarship
Given to by the Rutgers Club of Southern California to promising new students at Rutgers who are from Southern California.
Rutgers University
Rutgers Club of Southern California Scholarship
For minority students on the basis of academic promise as demonstrated in high school work and SAT or ACT scores.
Rutgers University
James Dickson Carr Scholarship
Recognized as a member of the Rutgers University School of Engineering Dean's List for the Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Fall 2017, and Fall 2018 semesters for maintaining a high GPA.
Rutgers University
Dean's List
Aerodynamics
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Aircraft Flight Dynamics
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Compressible Fluid Dynamics
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Dynamic Systems & Controls
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Heat Transfer
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Multiphysics Simulations
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Systems Programming
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Computer Aided Drafting
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Computer Architecture
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Data Structures
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Design of Mechanical Components
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Elements of Electrical Engineering
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Fluid Mechanics
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Honors Dynamics
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Mechanical Engineering Computation and Analysis
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Mechanical Measurements
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Mechanical Properties of Materials
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Mechanics of Materials
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Thermodynamics
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• Working in a team of 6 to create a stovetop thermoelectric generator that uses the temperature difference between water in a reservoir and a flame to create a current used to charge smartphones and other devices
• Responsible for approving part selection, completing purchasing documentation and submitting requests for purchases
• Evaluated thermal siphoning as a viable water cooling option by performing heat transfer calculations
Hybrid Solar Thermo-electric Generator
Worked with a team to create a device that is capable of remotely unlocking and locking a door via text messages. Used servos and an Arduino to build the device. Presented the completed project to an audience.
Automatic Door Opener
Health
Mission Hospital
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- Made security badges for visitors and directed them to patient rooms.
- As Co-Shift Coordinator, supervised other volunteers during my shift.
- Administered various required volunteer assessment.
- Assisted patients when needed.
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Student Volunteer & Co-Shift Coordinator
Rutgers University Dance Marathon
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- Dancer for RUDM 2018, RUDM 2019
- Volunteer for RUDM 2017
- Raised over $800 for Embrace Kids Foundation
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Dancer, Volunteer
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Haddonfield, NJ
Daniel Stevens
System Safety Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
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Smithtown, NY
Karina Hunstein
Systems Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command - Armaments Center
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New York City Metropolitan Area
Connor McCormick
Oral Care Implementation & Support NA at Colgate-Palmolive
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Huntsville, AL
Robert "Ross" Nellums
Mechanical Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
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Freehold, NJ
Brian Shultis
Mechanical Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
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Pompton Lakes, NJ
Alison Poppe
Engineer at Picatinny Arsenal
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Huntsville-Decatur-Albertville Area
William Snyder
Aerospace Engineer at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command in the Special Operations Division
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College Park, MD
Peter Ryseck
Graduate Research Assistant at DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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Madison, AL
Josh Hersh
General Engineer at U.S. Army DEVCOM AvMC
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Havre de Grace, MD
Suzan Holl
Public and Strategic Communications Specialist at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
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Baltimore, MD
Malissa Dimick
Strategist shaping & integrating our Army’s near-mid-far term S&T
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Colonia, NJ
Matthew Bednarz
General Engineer at US Army's DEVCOM Armament Center
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Toronto, ON
Neeti Vashi
PhD Scientist | Medical Writer | Medical Editor | Genetics | Molecular Medicine | Rare Diseases
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New York City Metropolitan Area
Zachary Torigian
Weapons Engineer (Mechanical) at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command - Armaments Center
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Delray Beach, FL
Lauren Stark
Mechanical Engineer at U.S. Army DEVCOM
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College Station, TX
SWETHA SRIDHARAN
Senior Systems Engineer at Collins Aerospace
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Detroit Metropolitan Area
Satish Krishnasamy Radha
Restraint Systems CAE & Test Engineer at ZF
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Chantilly, VA
Aakash Desai
Construction Inspector at Virginia Department of Transportation
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Surat
Aakash Desai
Quality Assurance Engineer
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Greater Boston
Aakash Desai
Executive Consulting Leader - Data, Automation, Analytics, AI, Digital Transformation || Entrepreneur & Startup Investor
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Bengaluru
Aakash Desai
Co-Founder at Indian Hempire