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Ishaan Thakur

Ishaan Thakur

Research Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Systems Engineering | Cleared

  • Education

    • Virginia Commonwealth University - College of Engineering

      2020 - 2024
      Bachelor's degree Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science Senior

      Activities and Societies: President of ASME at VCU, VP/PM for Ram Rocketry

  • Experience

    • Virginia Commonwealth University - College of Engineering

      Jan 2021 - May 2023
      Research Assistant

      Supported both the Collaborative Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Lab (CUAV) and the HIVE Lab (Autonomous Robotics) as an undergraduate researched. Designed innovative mechanical solutions for a variety of challenges in order to help further the development of research efforts.

    • National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)

      May 2022 - May 2023
      Technical Intern

      Technical Intern at National Reconnaissance Office. Obtained Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance while meeting agency goals.

    • Lockheed Martin

      May 2023 - now
      System Engineering Intern

      Supported programs through the lens of a systems engineer.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • 3rd Place Oral Competition ASME EFx UNC Charlotte

      ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
      Apr 2024
      View certificate certificate

    • 2nd Place IAM3D Competition ASME EFx UNC Charlotte

      ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
      Apr 2024
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    • Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional

      Dassault Systèmes
      Nov 2023

    • 1st Place Elevator Pitch Competition ASME EFx UNC Charlotte

      ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
      Apr 2024
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    • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

      Project Management Institute
      Aug 2020

    • 3rd Place IAM3D Competition ASME EFx VA Tech - Drone Park

      ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
      Apr 2024
      View certificate certificate

    • Technical Place Oral Competition ASME EFxUNC Charlotte

      ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
      Apr 2024
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ishaan Thakur
      Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering Student of the Year Award Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering May 2024 Selected from graduating MNE seniors to receive the Student of the Year award for all-around excellence while a student in the VCU College of Engineering.
    • Awarded to Ishaan Thakur
      Senior Peer Leader Award Division of Student Affarirs Apr 2024 Awarded out of all nominated students on campus to receive the Senior Peer Leader award for my efforts in ASME at VCU and Ram Rocketry. Specific focus on mentorship and bringing up the next generation of students and excellence in leadership.
    • Awarded to Ishaan Thakur
      Dean's List VCU Mar 2021
    • Awarded to Ishaan Thakur
      Presidential Scholar VCU Apr 2020 Full-ride, merit scholarship due to academic performance sponsored by VCU.