The Phoenix Flix

Satellite Communications

MISSION OVERVIEW

Professional Summary

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

PhD-level Electrical Engineer with extensive research in RF and satellite communications, now re-entering the modern engineering field. Seeking project-based contracts to apply foundational knowledge in simulation (HFSS, ADS) and hardware testing (LabVIEW), refresh practical skills, and contribute to team success while expanding engineering capabilities.
Core Expertise

CORE EXPERTISE

Ansys HFSS
Keysight ADS
MATLAB
LabVIEW
RF Systems
Satellite Comm
Phased Arrays
Radome Design
Microwave Imaging
Material Characterization
5+
Years Research Experience
MS
Education Level
2
IEEE Publications
3
Research Institutions

RADAR SYSTEM DISPLAY

Interactive radar visualization showing career progression and technical expertise

Radar System

RADAR CAPABILITIES

  • Monopulse Radar Systems
  • Phased Array Antennas
  • Beamforming & Steering
  • Signal Processing
  • Target Detection & Tracking

RF DESIGN EXPERTISE

  • Dielectric Resonator Antennas (DRA)
  • High-Efficiency Array Design
  • Radome Material Analysis
  • Microwave Circuit Design
  • Link Budget Analysis

SATELLITE COMMUNICATION TRACKING

Real-time satellite orbit visualization and communication link analysis

SATELLITE PROJECTS

High Efficiency DRA Array
Led end-to-end design, HFSS simulation, and fabrication of a high-efficiency dielectric resonator antenna array for satellite communications. Achieved 10% improvement in aperture efficiency over existing models.

ACTIVE STEERABLE ARRAY

Designed and optimized an active, electronically steerable antenna array, including developing dual RHCP/LHCP circular polarization capabilities for enhanced satellite link versatility.

PHOENIX EXPERIENCE

International Culture Team

Presenter, Teacher, Mentor

International Culture Team

The International Culture Team (ICT) is a dynamic team of international students, scholars, their spouses, as well as, American students who have studied abroad and are eager to share about their culture or a culture they have lived in. ICT's goals are to bring the world to our campus and community; break stereotypes; put not well known countries on the map; and develop a community that seeks to learn from each other.

Cross Culture Mentor

Mentor, Coordinator

Cross Culture Mentor

CCM is a student leader who volunteers to assist new international students in adjusting academically, culturally and socially to the United States and the U of A. CCM will assist in educating new students about campus and community life, provide a connection to the University, and be able to answer many of the questions new students may have upon arrival and during their first semester in the U.S. CCMs also assist new students facing difficulties with communication, social relationships, academic expectations, and general cultural changes.

NWA American Red Cross

Outreach Committee Chair

NWA American Red Cross

From blazes and blizzards to Floods and fires, the Arkansas Red Cross fulfills the American Red Cross mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. For over 100 years, the Arkansas Red Cross has provided comfort, care and necessities to those affected by disaster.

Graduate Student Society

Student Council Member

Graduate Student Society (BYU-GSS)

The Graduate Student Society (GSS) is proud to represent the graduate students of BYU. Our mission is to enrich the graduate student culture, enhance the BYU graduate student campus-wide voice, and encourage the presentation of scholarly and creative work.

RF & MICROWAVE SKILLS MATRIX

RF & SATELLITE SYSTEMS

Phased Array Antennas
Dielectric Resonator Antennas
Radome Design & Analysis
Microwave Imaging
Material Characterization
RF Device Design
Link Budget Analysis
Monopulse Radar

ENGINEERING SOFTWARE

Ansys HFSS
Keysight ADS
CST Empire
MATLAB
LabVIEW
CAD
FEA

QUALITY & MANUFACTURING

Quality Management Systems
Statistical Process Control
Design for Manufacturability
Root Cause Analysis
Process Validation
Failure Analysis

EDUCATION & AWARDS

EDUCATION

PhD Studies, Electrical & Computer Engineering (Incomplete)
Brigham Young University | Provo, UT

MS, Electrical Engineering
University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR

BS, Electrical Engineering & Mathematics
University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

  • ⭐ FIES Academic Scholarship
    University of Arkansas
  • ⭐ MLK Academic Scholarship
    University of Arkansas
  • 📋 Dean's List & Chancellor's List
    University of Arkansas

HONORS & RESEARCH AWARDS

Research Awards

RESEARCH AWARDS

  • 💼 PhD Fellowship
    Brigham Young University
  • 📡 MTT-S IEEE Recognition
    Microwave Theory and Techniques Society
  • 🎓 Research Grant
    University of Arkansas Honors College
  • 📜 Poster Stone Coop Award
    University of Arkansas
  • 🌟 National Recognition Awards
    University of Arkansas Honors College
Honors

HONORS

  • 🏅 International Culture Team - Outstanding Award
    Information and Communication Technology
  • 🏛️ Ambassador of Good Will
    Arkansas State Governor
  • 📚 Honor Society (Gamma Beta Phi)
    University of Arkansas
  • 📚 National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
    University of Arkansas
  • 📚 Honor Society for Electrical Engineering (HKN)
    University of Arkansas

PUBLICATIONS

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

"High Efficiency Dielectric Resonator Antenna Array Feeds for Satellite Communications."
IEEE Transactions on Antennas & Propagation (Communication Section).

"Broadband, High Efficiency Dielectric Resonator Antenna for Satellite Communications."
IEEE APS-URSI Symposium.

CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

IEEE APS-URSI Symposium
Presented research on broadband, high efficiency dielectric resonator antenna for satellite communications.

IEEE Transactions on Antennas & Propagation
Published peer-reviewed article on high efficiency DRA array feeds for satellite communications.

ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

LEADERSHIP ROLES

  • 👔 Shift Lead / Operations Manager
    AutoZone Inc.
    Led all site operations as manager-on-duty, supervising and training a team of 6. Optimized daily workflows and implemented new inventory management processes.
  • 🔬 Research Team Lead
    Brigham Young University
    Led design, simulation, and fabrication of high-efficiency DRA array for satellite communications. Managed research projects and collaborated with industry partners.
  • 📊 Quality Control Specialist
    Black Diamond & Kizik
    Managed quality records system and conducted statistical analysis to identify root causes of production failures, contributing to 20% decrease in warranty claims.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

  • 🌍 Presenter, Teacher, Mentor
    International Culture Team
    Dynamic team bringing the world to campus, breaking stereotypes, and developing a community that seeks to learn from each other.
  • 🤝 Mentor, Coordinator
    Cross Culture Mentor
    Assisted new international students in adjusting academically, culturally, and socially to the United States and the University of Arkansas.
  • ❤️ Outreach Committee Chair
    NWA American Red Cross
    Helped fulfill the American Red Cross mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.
  • 📡 Student Council Member
    Graduate Student Society (BYU-GSS)
    Represented graduate students, enriched graduate student culture, and encouraged presentation of scholarly and creative work.

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

  • 📡 IEEE Member
    Microwave Theory and Techniques Society (MTT-S)
  • 🔬 Research Publications
    IEEE Transactions on Antennas & Propagation, IEEE APS-URSI Symposium
  • 🏆 Academic Excellence
    Dean's List, Chancellor's List, Honors College
  • 🎓 Research Collaboration
    Collaborated with Raytheon on radome material characterization project