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Brian Tehrani

Brian Tehrani

Research Intern at the Design Automation Lab

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Research Engineer - Machine Learning and Embedded Systems

  • Education

    • University Senior High School

      2009 - 2013
      High School Diploma Electrical and Electronics Engineering 4.12 GPA top 5% of graduating class 2013

      Activities and Societies: MESA President, Robotics Club Member Accepted into a 4-year Academy of Engineering program enrolling into engineering courses designed for high school students. The courses are as follows:Introduction to Engineering DesignPrinciples of EngineeringDigital ElectronicsEngineering Design and DevelopmentI was also an avid member of the mathematics, engineering, design, achievement (MESA) and robotics clubs on campus. This lead to an opportunity to become the MESA club president during my Senior year as well… Show more Accepted into a 4-year Academy of Engineering program enrolling into engineering courses designed for high school students. The courses are as follows:Introduction to Engineering DesignPrinciples of EngineeringDigital ElectronicsEngineering Design and DevelopmentI was also an avid member of the mathematics, engineering, design, achievement (MESA) and robotics clubs on campus. This lead to an opportunity to become the MESA club president during my Senior year as well as joining design competitions hosted by Chevron. As a result, my team ended up placing third in their design competition and was given the chance to compete in the state competition. I have also been apart of the school's golf team and participated in regional tournaments.I have also been apart of community service organizations such as:Heal the BaySchool Book Drive DonationsMESA Club FundraisingUCLA's Graduation and Commencement Ceremonies Jewish Family Service Show less

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    • University of California, Los Angeles

      2016 - 2019
      Electrical and Computer Engineering - B.S. Electrical Engineering

      Activities and Societies: UCLA Radio Senior Project- Big Data Machine Learning approach to convert handwritten text to synthesized speech with MNIST and handwritten names data sets.Senior Design Course Projects (Using Embedded Systems)- Object Detection with Hough Transforms- Vowel Recognition though Matlab Neural Networks- Computer Code Studio to perform Fast FFTs, Digital Filtering, Voice RecognitionClass Projects- Built feedback controller to balance a drone during liftoff and horizontal… Show more Senior Project- Big Data Machine Learning approach to convert handwritten text to synthesized speech with MNIST and handwritten names data sets.Senior Design Course Projects (Using Embedded Systems)- Object Detection with Hough Transforms- Vowel Recognition though Matlab Neural Networks- Computer Code Studio to perform Fast FFTs, Digital Filtering, Voice RecognitionClass Projects- Built feedback controller to balance a drone during liftoff and horizontal motion (Matlab Simulink)- Create a children tracking app for Parents to locate their lost kids though local Wifi, "Family Watch"- Created industrial cleaning company own company and created a design product to market- Used random variables to model practical systems in Matlab (Gaussian, binomial, and CLT)- Cleaning noisy images with notch filters and padding with MatlabClass Labs- Data transmission through 802.11b wireless LAN- RL, RC, RLC, Wheatstone, Second Order circuit analysis, design, and implementation Show less

    • Santa Monica College

      2013 - 2016
      Electrical and Electronics Engineering 3.90 G.P.A

      Activities and Societies: STEM, Robotics Club, Alpha Gamma Sigma During my time at SMC, I partook in programs and classes that will ensure my placement in a top four year university. Those programs are as follows:Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) ProgramThe STEM program is a highly selective advancement program for community college students to be placed in a rigorous academic environment, with priority enrollment, in STEM related classes. Being apart of the program opens up research opportunities with UCLA and placement in… Show more During my time at SMC, I partook in programs and classes that will ensure my placement in a top four year university. Those programs are as follows:Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) ProgramThe STEM program is a highly selective advancement program for community college students to be placed in a rigorous academic environment, with priority enrollment, in STEM related classes. Being apart of the program opens up research opportunities with UCLA and placement in community partnership programs such as CCCP (see achievements section below).Alpha Gamma Sigma (AGS) Honors SocietyTo be a member of AGS requires high academic achievement and a duty to give back to the community. Though my time as a member I have given over 100 hours of community service and have achieved notable recognition by the club presidents and overseers. Robotics ClubJoining the robotics club at SMC was a decision to gain a more hands on experience with STEM fields not taught in the classroom. Show less

  • Experience

    • UCLA Electrical Engineering

      Jun 2015 - Sept 2015
      Research Intern at the Design Automation Lab

      10 week, highly selective research program to Santa Monica College STEM students with high academic standing and with an interest to pursue research.Goal: - Reduce power consumption of FPGAsDuties:- Learn efficient digital logic design and read circuit schematics- Circuit simulation with LTSPICE/HSPICE - Learn effective and desirable machine learning tools to locate and reduce power leakage areas - FPGA programming and embedded programming with Verilog and Xilinx ISE Design SuiteResults:- Successfully reduced power leakage areas by 2% using machine learning- Presented results to 300+ UCLA and SMC students, faculty, and staff Show less

    • Santa Monica College

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
      STEM Tutor

      College level summer tutor for the STEM program at Santa Monica College specialized in:- Math (All levels up to Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations)- Chemistry (General Chemistry I & II)- Physics (Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism)- Computer Science (C, C++)Invited to tutor incoming community college students in Chemistry and Math (Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations) at Santa Monica College's summer STEM skills program. Awarded best tutor award for contributions to the STEM skills program. Show less

    • UCLA Radio

      Apr 2017 - Jun 2019
      Departemental Sports Member and Host of Sports Speak

      Creator, Broadcaster, and Host of the longest running sports radio show on www.uclaradio.com. Topics of discussion involved all the sports news that occurred within the past week within UCLA as well as professional sports. Consistently placed in the top 10 of the top 20 list of UCLA radio's most listened to shows.UCLA Radio is the largest student run radio station in the Los Angeles area which converted to an all internet radio station in 1999.

    • ProdigeKids

      Sept 2017 - Dec 2019
      Private STEM Tutor

      Tutor for members K-12 and up to college level. Specialized in: - Math (Calculus)- Chemistry (General Chemistry I & II)- Physics (Mechanics)- Computer Science (C, C++)- Standardized Testing (SAT, ACT)ProdigeKids has over 20 years of combined experience in private tutoring and college mentoring services for ages 5-22 in subjects ranging from reading and writing, math, science, history, statistics, and many others.

    • Teledyne Scientific & Imaging

      Dec 2019 - now
      Optics Research Engineer

      Program manager researching machine learning integration to validate chip-scale atomic clocks off production lines.Developed customer centric, sensor fusion, simulations designed for digital twin air/ground vehicles in outdoor and factory environments across programs for DARPA/TDY business units/Automation companies. Focus on real-time simulation modeling, synthetic data extraction, and data visualization. Simulators: Unreal Engine 4/5 – AirSIM, Emulate3D, Nvidia Omniverse – IsaacSim, Blender Programming Languages: Python, C#, C++Deployed software to integrate sensors and devices for research/programmatic needs. Focus in image acquisition, ML (TensorFlow, PyTorch, COTS reinforcement learning), and hardware integration for LIDAR and flight payloads. Languages/Platforms: Python, C, C++, DOS, C#, MATLAB | Windows/Linux Ubuntu Software Practices: Version control – Git, PerforceDesigned experiments, consolidated data, and presented results to Government, program steak holders and financiers. Programs:- Simulations: Drone/Helicopter sensor payload integration with LiDAR pointing, Geospatial accurate point cloud placement in Unreal Engine using Cesium for Unreal, Factory safety simulations with focus on sensor digital twin- Design battery management system test procedures and consolidate MIL-PERF test requirements for BMS design- Fabrication and testing of drive electronics for liquid crystal/optical testingStrengths:- Communicate diverse technical issues and identify solutions to customer problems- Team oriented, collaborate with multidisciplinary staff - Presentation and public speaking for customer focused, programmatic research demonstrationsAchievements:- Success in 3 phase DARPA program- Accumulated $1.2 M in funding for simulation research, programs continuing for 5+ years- Multiple cash bonus awards for achievements in simulation project efforts Projects are kept discreet; adhering to proprietary, CUI, and ITAR restrictions. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Brian Tehrani
      Best STEM Tutor Melanie Bocanegra Aug 2016 Award given in response to contributions to the Summer STEM Skills 2016 to help incoming transfer students into Santa Monica Colleges STEM Program.
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      Lauren Bergmann and John Elmer Bergmann Scholarship Santa Monica College Scholarship Program Jun 2016 Given to students who demonstrated academic excellence in Computer Science/Engineering related fields.
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      Southern California Edison STEM Award Santa Monica College Scholarship Office Jun 2015 STEM students who demonstrated academic excellence.
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      Best TV Taping Committee Member Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society Jun 2014 Award given to outstanding committee members who have volunteered and have raised funds for the Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society.
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      Certificate of Recognition and Completion Center for Community College Partnerships Jun 2014 Program to guide and inform STEM students to transfer to a four year university. Program provided yearly counseling and scholarship opportunities to aid transfer students succeed.
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      Southern California Edison STEM Award Santa Monica College Scholarship Office Jun 2014 STEM students who demonstrated academic excellence.
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      Multiple Perfect Attendance Awards University High School Jun 2013 Given to students who did not miss a single day of school.
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      Excellence in Digital Electronics University High School May 2013 Obtaining high grades in the digital electronics course, presenting class projects for parents during open house and back to school night, as well as showing a passion working with electronics.
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      Excellence in Engineering University High School May 2013 Being an active member in the Academy of Engineering (AOE), demonstrating passion, desire, and determination for pursuing a engineering career. Obtaining the highest grades in the AOE program.
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      Excellence in English University High School May 2013 Demonstrating a mastery of English language and composition throughout 4-years of high school. Enrolling in all honors and AP English courses, obtaining the highest grades in all class divisions.
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      3rd Place Regional Champion Chevron Apr 2012 IED Design competition where teams of three compete in designing a given object by Chevron using Autodesk Inventor Software.
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      Global Leadership Connection Scholar Global Leadership Connection Feb 2012 Demonstrated leadership abilities as well as acquiring techniques for public speaking, leading teams, and giving presentations in front of large audiences. The award is given for high scholastic honors and leadership ability.
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      Leaders in Training Youth of the Month Aaron Young President/CEO of Boys and Girls Club Aug 2009 For outstanding leadership achievement and youth development.
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      Presidents Service Voulenteer Award - Bronze Recipient Boys and Girls Club of Santa Monica Jun 2009 The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes United States citizens and lawfully admitted, permanent residents of the United States who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period or cumulative hours over the course of a lifetime.
    • Awarded to Brian Tehrani
      Bar Mitzvah Rabbi August and Cantor Ben Tisser Jun 2008

  • Volunteer Experience

    • His Hands on Africa - Fundraising Volunteer

      Issued by His Hands on Africa on Oct 2018
      His Hands on AfricaAssociated with Brian Tehrani

    • Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society, SMC - Volunteer and Club Member

      Issued by Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society on Feb 2014
      Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors SocietyAssociated with Brian Tehrani

    • Jewish Family Service - Volunteer Staff

      Issued by Jewish Family Service on Dec 2011
      Jewish Family ServiceAssociated with Brian Tehrani

    • Boys and Girls Club Santa Monica - Leaders in Training Program, Community Service

      Issued by Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Monica, CA on Jun 2007
      Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Monica, CAAssociated with Brian Tehrani