Riley W
@rileyw
I build and test mechanical and aerospace engineering prototypes and simulations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I'm building hands-on mechanical and aerospace engineering experience through research at Penn State, GTRI, and Kennesaw State University. I develop automated ANSYS Workbench and Fluent workflows for parameterized CFD simulations, evaluating drag, pressure, velocity, wake behavior, mesh independence, and convergence.
At Reliance Worldwide Corporation, I supported technical documentation, testing, prototype assembly, and cross-functional engineering development in a regulated environment. At GTRI, I maintain makerspace equipment, train users on safe operation, troubleshoot issues, and improve internal documentation.
I've also modeled seismic damper orientations in SolidWorks FEA, analyzed accelerometer and vibrometer data in MATLAB, operated UAS for flight testing, and built projects ranging from a Python mass-email system to a 3D-printed Arduino-controlled RC car.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Developed an automated ANSYS Workbench and Fluent workflow for parameterized computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. Automated geometry updates, mesh generation, and solver execution for repeated flow analyses using Workbench Design Points.
Maintained and organized makerspace equipment to support early-stage engineering design and prototyping. Trained users on safe equipment operation, troubleshoot technical issues, and assisted with tool setup.
Developed technical documentation, supported testing, and assisted in prototype assembly for engineering project execution. Collaborated with cross-functional teams in a regulated environment, contributing to design and development processes.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Kennesaw State University
Aug 2025 - May 2026 (9 months)
Operated multiple UAS as part of the flight team, supporting flight testing, data collection, and mission execution. Collaborated with AMTEC (South Korea) on advanced aircraft skin-milling processes and manufacturing workflows, and analyzed aircraft checklists to identify operational variations across airplanes and mission types.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Covenant College
Pathway Program, Pre-Engineering
2026 -
Pre-Engineering Pathway into Georgia Tech starting August 2026.
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering
2025 - 2026
Freshman year in the Honors College pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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