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Propulsion Engineer | Combustion CFD | OpenFOAM | ANSYS Fluent | Thermal Analysis

About

I'm an Aerospace engineer with a deep interest for tackling complex, multidisciplinary challenges. My journey in this field wasn't born from a childhood dream of rockets, but rather from a deep-seated curiosity about the world around me and a desire to solve intricate problems. Currently pursuing my Master's in Thermal & Propulsion at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, I bring a unique blend of academic rigor and practical industry experience to the table. My time as a design engineer at MaDeIT Innovation Foundation honed not just my technical skills, but also my understanding of value creation in the startup ecosystem. When approaching problems, I'm a firm believer in the traditional research process. I start by questioning why a problem needs solving, then dive deep into existing solutions before identifying gaps where I can contribute. My motto, inspired by Y Combinator's Paul Graham, is "Make something people want" - a philosophy that guides my work whether I'm designing propulsion systems or brainstorming startup ideas. Outside the realm of equations and simulations, you'll find me surfing the web for the latest in startups and AI models, or scouring Reddit for niche product ideas. I'm a hands-on learner who believes in learning by doing - I often set project goals that require new skills, allowing me to grow while creating something tangible. While I've published in journals like AIAA and ASME, I'm not one to rest on past achievements. I set ambitious yet realistic goals, always with an eye on how my work can add value to others' lives. My dream? To create a product that solves problems for millions - something they didn't even know they needed until it exists, much like the first iPhone. I'm always open to collaborations that push the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace and beyond. If you're interested in discussing innovative ideas, complex problem-solving, or the future of aerospace engineering, let's connect!

Location

Chennai

AI stack

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Work experience

Propulsion Engineer at AgniKul Cosmos, Jun 2025 - Jul 2026 · 1 yr 2 mos, Greater Chennai, – Managed end-to-end specification and sourcing of flight-qualified cryogenic and non-cryogenic check valves, testing them for flight readiness. – Executed thermal and vibration qualification campaigns; designed custom test fixtures and coordinated testing to validate flight readiness. – Optimized regenerative cooling manifolds via CFD analysis, improving flow uniformity. – Developed an Conjugate Heat Transfer (CHT) framework in OpenFOAM, coupling supersonic flow, solid conduction, and incompressible coolant for high-fidelity thermal prediction. – Authored technical documentation and simulation review packages, successfully presenting design validation to ISRO technical advisors.

Teaching Assistant at Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Jan 2024 - Jun 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, Sem 2: Teaching assistant for Heat transfer lab Sem 3: Teaching assistant for the course Rocket propulsion

Design Engineer at MaDeIT Innovation Foundation, Jul 2021 - Jun 2023 · 2 yrs, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, ~ Worked closely with incubatees/clients to understand the requirements, and develop design concepts and prototypes. ~ Drafted 30+ winning Innovation Voucher Programme (IVP) proposals for early-stage start-ups and MSMEs. ~Helped early-stage startups to raise capital. ~ Airosspace R&D Pvt Ltd: Modelled a quadcopter with a monocoque structure for aerial mapping. ~ Orcci Tech: Worked on a flow simulation to visualize the steam dispersion in a room. ~ Fibtec Enterprises: Worked on the design and flow analysis over the prefabricated room made of GFRP and foam Sandwich material.

Project Intern at DRDO, Centre for Airborne Systems, Apr 2021 - Jun 2021 · 3 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, ~ Researched the impact of the addition of a Radome at the top of the A321 aircraft using computational fluid dynamics.

Lead - Flight systems at ré- KCT's Platform for Research and Exploration, May 2020 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos, Tamil Nadu, India, ~ Led a team of 4 people interested in UAVs and worked on UAV design based projects.

Co-Lead - Exploré Education cell. at ré- KCT's Platform for Research and Exploration, Mar 2018 - May 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos, Coimbatore Area, India, ~ Organised Hackathon and handled sessions on Research paper writing for peers in the institutions. ~ Scheduled reviews for Student projects funded by Research forum of KCT.

Education

Master's degree, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, kumaraguru college of technology