Nicholas Davidson is seeking an aerospace engineering position and has a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering from UB with a 3.9 GPA. He has internship experience developing custom precision measurement solutions and metrology software. Current projects include developing an algorithm using radio transceivers for SLAM and designing a sun sensor system for a nanosatellite. Skills include MATLAB, C++, Creo, and Autodesk. He has held leadership roles and been involved in various engineering organizations and extracurricular activities.

1. Nicholas Davidson
260 Lakewood Parkway  Amherst, NY 14226
716.225.3188  npd3@buffalo.edu
Objective
A Full-Time position in the field of Aerospace Engineering
Education
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York May 2016
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
GPA 3.9 / 4.0
Recent Coursework:
Aerodynamics, Aerospace Structures, Gas Dynamics, Flight Dynamics, Continuous Controls
Skills
MATLAB, Simulink, C++, System Tool Kit, Creo Simulate,Creo Parametric, AutodeskAutoCAD, AutodeskInventor,
Quindos, PC-DMIS, HAM Radio Technician, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Open Rocket
Internship
Aerospace Applications Engineering at Hexagon Metrology June 2015 – August 2015
 Developed customprecision measurement solutions for blades, blisks and compressor disks
 Programmed part measurement routines using metrology software, optimizing for minimal cycle time
 Developed machine usage tracking software to help optimize customers metrology department workflow
Projects
Senior Design Project September 2015 - Present
 Developing an algorithm to use a computer controlled radio transceiver to perform Simultaneous Localization and
Mapping (SLAM) in a GPS and vision denied environment.
 Exploring the use of radio waves penetration capabilities to carry out mapping through obstructions such as walls or
people.
UB NANOSAT January 2015 - Present
 Working in the attitude determination and control group,to develop a sun sensorsystemto produce a sun pointing vector
from photodiode readings
 Used SystemTool Kit to determine solar charging effectiveness during satellite de-tumbling and attitude adjustments
SEDS Rocketry Club September 2014 - Present
 Utilized Open Rocket software to design and construct a rocket for NAR level 1 certification flight
Car Suspension System October 2014
 Developed a car suspension systemusing a quarter car model, and using Matlab optimized design considering ride comfort
and performance
Leadership / Involvement
Vice President, Phi Theta kappa-National Honor Society Fall 2013 – Spring, 2013
 Increased membership of all majors in the club through email, posters,and word of mouth
 Held workshops assisting members on resume building and successfulstudy techniques
Member, National Society for Professional Engineers Spring 2013 - Present
 Attended multiple speaker events in the different fields of engineering
 Visited local Manufacturing companies: General Motors and Mold Tech
Volunteer, Niagara Climbing Center 2006 – Present
 Maintain climbing equipment and modified top rope system
 Instruct groups on technique, effective communication and safety while climbing
Work Experience
Store Guide at Eastern Mountain Sports Amherst, NY November 2012 – Present
Lead Guide at Alaska Canopy Adventures Juneau,AK April 2012 – September 2012
Dispatcher at Temsco Helicopters Juneau, AK April 2011 – October 2011
EMT at Rural Metro Medical Services Buffalo, NY Jan 2010 – April 2011