About Me

Resume

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About me

Driven and Experienced

I’m Joshua, a motivated, experienced engineering student pursuing higher education at Florida Institute of Technology in Melborne, Florida. Starting my Career in high school, I have had the opportunity to work with companies like Mercury Systems, Inc. and BAE Systems, Inc. I have a desire to become an SME in Mechanical design in the Aerospace and Electronic Warfare sectors

Currently Pursuing:

B.S.E. Mechanical Engineering

Concentration in “Design and Manufacturing”

B.S. or Minor in Management

Future Plans:

MSE Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering

4 + 1 Plan

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Huddle before playoffs at the FRC greater Boston

district event; Spring 2024

Resume

Job and Career Experience

Scott Electronics, Inc. - 10/22 to 2/23 20-25Hr/Wk

In a supporting role, aided in the restructuring of part numbering systems and inventory management/shipping processes.

BAE Focus Program - 10/22 to 3/23 6-8 Hr/Wk

I was selected to participate in the BAE Focus pre-internship program for the Winter 2022 session. After winning first in the program, I was Invited back in a student mentor role for the Spring 2023 session to aid students.

Mercury Systems, Inc. - 5/23 to 7/24 25-40Hr/Wk

In a supporting role, I completed technical drawing updates for legacy products and engaged in fixture design, supporting live programs. As an overarching project, I designed “Re-use Blocks” to make Chip-and-Wire RF design as easy as a block diagram. This allowed the mechanical and RF engineering teams to rapidly prototype Chip-and-Wire layouts for live program proposals. I gained a firm grasp on DFM, DFA, and Chip-and-wire Microelectronics layout and design philosophies.

Service project at Philmont Scout Ranch in the summer of 2023

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Education and Awards

Engineering CTE Pathway

College-level Engineering class taken at Salem High School in partnership with NHTI

2020-2023

SkillsUSA

State Champion and Gold Medal Recipient

Mobile Robotics Technology - 2023

Additive Manufacturing - 2024

Academic Awards

Excellence in Engineering;

CTE Academic Award

2022-2023

FIRST Robotics

Team Design and Documentation lead, Robot Operator & Pit lead

3X Engineering Excellence Award Winner

2020-2024

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Service Projects and Volunteering

Eagle Scout project

• 400 Total man-hours including fundraising, planning, and execution
  
• The project in the end had an appraised value of $7500
• Donated $5000 back to local charities due to over-fundraising

Philmont Trek

• 80 Mile hike in the backcountry of northern New Mexico
  
• 1 full day spent rebuilding trails and completing service projects

In total from 2022, I have accumulated over 400Hr individual service hours and have led and planned various service projects

Finished Eagle Scout project; Spring of 2024

Trail crew restoration at Philmont Scout Ranch; Summer of 2023

Portfolio & Projects

Work Samples

What?

How?

• The PLM system that was developed for the team was specifically designed to meet their requirements. It was created with the aim to save time and enhance convenience. The system included various tools that were handpicked to ensure maximum productivity.
• A key feature added to the system was a part numbering scheme, which made it easier to identify and locate different parts. This feature streamlined the process of finding and managing parts, ultimately increasing the team's efficiency.
• To ensure that all released documents were up-to-date, a revision control system was also incorporated. This feature allowed the team to keep track of all modifications made to documents and ensured that they were working with the latest version.
• In addition to the PLM system, a front-end website was created to provide easy access to all parts. The website was designed with a search function similar to an AGILE service, making locating specific parts easier. This feature enhanced the user experience and made it more convenient for the team to manage their work.
• Introduced numerous templates for technical drawings, standardized ASY drawings, and created initiatives to start using Electrical diagrams with labeled cable runs
  
• Incorporated JIRA metrics into the front-end website to measure team effectivity and process though the current SCRUM sprint.
  

• By utilizing Onshape's PLM system, the team was able to streamline the process of releasing drawings, reducing the likelihood of errors and ensuring that everyone was working off of the latest version. Integrating it with Google's suite of tools allowed for even greater efficiency, as the team was able to access all of the relevant information in one place. The integration with Google Sites also made it easy to share information with stakeholders who may not have access to Onshape, ensuring that everyone was on the same page. Overall, this integration was a key factor in the success of the project, enabling the team to work together seamlessly and produce exceptional results.

What?

How?

• Utilizes both 2D and 3D manufacturing techniques
• Created entirely within CAD for ultimate digital design precision
• Tailored robot with a specific skill set to prevent scope creep
  
• Incorporates project management and Jira/Slack integration for optimal task management and productivity, utilizing SCRUM tactics
• Professional design process with thorough design reviews
• Implements precise electrical planning to map out wire runs and CAN network
• Features a 3 “Neo” brushless motor planetary tank drive
• Employs a four-bar cranker mechanism that minimizes torque input for arm movement and enables stall points at a maximum and minimum angle, providing redundancy and gameplay even when the arm is disabled.

Results

• Winner of 2 Engineering Excellence Awards (Presented by Boeing)
• Received Excellence in Engineering for the entire New England District due to our team's expertise in technical systems and robot development process
• Qualified for the World Championship in Houston, Texas
• Boasts the highest "Cube" cycling robot globally
  
• Features an incredibly redundant robot, ensuring gameplay even when mechanical or electrical systems fail
• Employs a rigid design that transfers the most force into the ground after any obstacles are encountered

• Our drive plates and 2D aluminum plates were crafted using a combination of 2.5-axis milling and plasma cutting. The plasma cutter was used to cut the shapes, while the mill helped achieve proper tolerances for holes and features.
• By utilizing MarkedForge CF-N12 with carbon fiber inlay, we were able to print sturdy bearing blocks for both the inside and outside of our telescoping arm. This led to almost zero backlash, even when fully extended.
  
• We outsourced polycarbonate plates for our intake, allowing us to precisely machine the holes as we lacked the proper equipment to handle this type of plastic.
• Through the use of WAGO connectors and the "6 Bolt" Methodology, we were able to achieve a high degree of modularity. For instance, our entire arm could be removed with just two bolts and four U-Clips.