He is an experienced educator and engineer currently serving as an assistant professor in mechanical engineering at a public research university. With a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, their expertise spans biomechanics, medical device design, finite element analysis, and systems engineering. They have held roles at federal agencies including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, where they reviewed and assessed medical devices and patents. Their research background includes materials science, wearable technology, ballistics testing, and sensor development for biomedical applications. They have also contributed to curriculum development, ABET accreditation, and student mentorship, including capstone design and robotics programs. Additionally, they possess strong technical skills in programming, IT systems, and data analysis, supported by a CompTIA Security+ certification.