Fernando Gierbolini
Guaynabo
Summary
College undergraduate seeking an internship or coop experience in the mechanical or aerospace engineering fields to gain practical experience in design, modeling, and data analysis. Seeking to apply my knowledge and skills for continued professional growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Performance and Vehicle Assembly Lead
DRACO
Mayaguez
10.2023 - Current
- Model the entire assembly of the solid-propulsion rocket through an open-source software called OpenRocket to ensure accurate projections for the vehicle.
- Create flight trajectory simulations with different parameter scenarios that include varying wind speeds, turbulence, and weather, and gather data such as the apogee, velocity, stability, and overall flight path of the rocket.
- Manufacture and physically assemble the individual components as one with the assistance of capable 3D printers, tools such as wrenches, drills, and sandpaper, and high-strength adhesives such as epoxy for a strong connection.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
CSA Group
San Juan
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Supported the testing and analysis of HVAC and water pump systems to ensure optimal installation.
- Participated in on-site visits to local water filtration plants across the island.
- Collaborated with different disciplined teams, which included civil, electrical, and systems engineers.
STAR Academy Honor Student
Arecibo Observatory
Arecibo
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Full comprehensive course on astronomy, astrophysics, astrobiology, simple engineering, and an intro to Python coding.
- Design a cost-effective orbital satellite, attached to a refabricator, to remove space debris from Earth's orbit.
- Collaborated with renowned engineers and astronomers such as Ellen Ochoa and Stephen Wolfram to discuss a more optimal parameter for creating the space debris satellite.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico – Mayaguez Campus
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico05-2026
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Siemens NX
- Python
- Excel/Word/Powerpoint
Timeline
Flight Performance and Vehicle Assembly Lead
DRACO
10.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Intern
CSA Group
07.2023 - 08.2024
STAR Academy Honor Student
Arecibo Observatory
08.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico – Mayaguez Campus
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