Resume — Reva Nair

Education

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY

Bachelor of Science | Expected Graduation Dec 2024

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Minor: Electrical and Computer Engineering

The MITRE Corporation, Weapons Systems Engineering Intern

Developed fire control logic processors in C++ using finite automaton models to support missile interceptor scenarios
Applied six degree-of-freedom theory to characterize hypersonic glide vehicle flight trajectory for launch solution analysis
Enhanced a 6 DOF model through incorporating a priority-based algorithm, boosting weapon firing efficiency by 66%
Analyzed 3D flight visualization to determine sensor tracking network performance and weapon engagement metrics

Cornell Rocketry Team, Embedded Software Engineer, former Structures Engineer

Designed and manufactured launch vehicle, placing 2nd overall, 1st place 10k SRAD in 2023 Spaceport Cup America
Perform in-house machining, 3D printing, and composite techniques to fabricate launch vehicle subsystems
Use FEA to conduct stress and strain analysis and verify failure mode effects analysis through rigorous testing
Developing 6 DOF attitude determination model to predict real-time position and velocity to support active control

Cornell Space Systems Design Studio, Propulsion Systems Engineer

Researched and designed a water electrolysis powered propulsion system to support a spinning, 12U CubeSat architecture
Conducted electrolyzer efficiency tests to measure rate of electrolysis to evaluate against delta V requirements
Performed combustion analysis using ANSYS Fluent to determine velocity and pressure gradients for combusted gas

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Discuss engineering space topics through live demonstrations at one of the most visited museums in the world
Prepare interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities for visitors and conduct webinars for STEM programs
Provide mentorship to employees through teaching concepts and offering feedback to support presentation skills