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Patrick Lowe

Growing up in Southern California, Patrick enjoys the outdoors and good food.  He appreciates the beauty of God's creation and tries to travel in order to experience more of it.  Currently he resides in Boston to attend The Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  Patrick Lowe is an Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (course 16) and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (course 6-2) major. He rows on MIT’s lightweight men’s team and is a fabricator for MIT Motorsports. On campus he can also be found in the glass lab, forge, and foundry. Off campus he enjoys surfing, hot rodding, and high adventure.

 

While his many endeavors represent a broad range of interests, they often involve the design and creation of something unique and new.  Not satisfied with what is easily available, he seeks out challenges because they are hard.  Throughout all of this he strives to stay hungry and foolish with the support of God, family, and friends.

Patrick Lowe

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Education

 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology                                                                                                                             Cambridge, MA (2012-2016)

  • S.B. in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

Relevant Coursework: Unified Engineering I-IV, Projects in Aeronautics and Astronautics, Flight Vehicle Development, Principles of Automatic Control, Dynamics, Aerodynamics, Aerodynamics of Viscous Fluids, Aerospace Propulsion, Feedback Control Systems, Flight Vehicle Aerodynamics, Principles of Autonomy and Decision Making, Product Engineering Process

  • S.B. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Relevant Coursework: Introduction to EECS I & II, Probabilistic Systems Analysis, Toy Product Design, Signals and Systems, Computation Structures, Software Construction, Algorithms, Communication with Mobile Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Video Game Theory, Microelectronic Devices and Circuits, Automata, Computability, & Complexity, Game Design Methods, Computer Systems Engineering, Microcomputer Project Laboratory, Performance Engineering of Software Systems, Constructive Computer Architecture, Computer Networks, Distributed Algorithms, Computer System Security, Parallel Computing

  • HASS Concentration in Comparitive Media Studies and Video Game Design

Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Visual Arts, Language and Technology, Communicating with Mobile Technology, Introduction to Video Game Theory, Introduction to Game Design Methods

Skills

 

Computer:

Windows and Linux Server/Workstation/Network Security, VMWare Workstation, Matlab, Mathematica, Linux, UNIX, Photoshop, Final Cut pro, CAD (Sketchup, Autodesk, Solidworks, Catia, Pro E, Creo), Topology Optimization, CAM (Mastercam, Surfcam, HSMWorks), CFD (Xfoil, AVL, Flow Simulation, Simscale), MBD (MSC Adams, WinGeo, CarSim), assembly, C/C++, Julia, Java, Basic, RS274D, Python, Arduino, Scala, Spark, html, php, kml, Android, Amazon Web Services, Titan, Neo4j, Unreal Engine, Unity Engine, Raspberry Pi, Git, Wordpress, HDL (Bluespec Verilog, JSIM, BSIM, TSIM, LT Spice IV), BaseCamp, Asana, Microcontrollers, RFID/NFC, Bluetooth, PSoC, LabVIEW, RTOS, FPGA, NI cRIO/DAQ, 802.11 AD

Automotive:

Maintenance, Body Work, Restoration, Modification, Mechanical, Paint Preparation, Painting, Engine Rebuilding/Tuning, Transmission Rebuilding, Carburetors, Suspensions, Space Frames, Chassis, Custom Mechanical Components, Assembly

Fabrication:

Soldering, Circuit Boards, Conventional/CNC Mill and Lathe, 3D Printer, Water Jet, Laser Cutter, Plasma Cutter, Oxy Acetylene Cutting, GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, Drills, Saws, Aluminum, Wood, Steel, Stainless Steel, Hot/Cold Glass, Foam,  Composites, Plastics, Elastomers, Injection Molding, Overmolding, Level 1 NIMS Certification in Axial Operations, Forging, Casting, Tempering, Heat Treating

Experience

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Skydio

Subteam Lead                                                                                                                                                           Redwood City, CA (2018-Present)

  • Lead the development of stabilized camera systems for autonomous unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)

Engineer                                                                                                                                                                    Redwood City, CA (2016-Present)

  • Developed autonomous unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) including: thermal management, mechatronic systems, aerodynamics, simulation, controls, planning, subject tracking, prototyping, manufacturing, reliability testing

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Twitch

Software Engineer                                                                                                                                                                 San Francisco, CA (2016)

  • Developed a Big Data and Machine Learning workflow for newsfeed curation

  • Leveraged Spark, Hadoop, and Amazon Web Services to create scalable programs that can handle high data throughput

  • Created graph databases in Neo4j and Titan for machine learning algorithms

 

Product Engineering Process

Product Designer                                                                                                                                                                       Cambridge, MA (2015)

  • Worked with a team of 20 engineers and 10 consultants to develope new products

  • Conducted market research and user testing to identify problems that matter

  • Used an iterative ideation, build, and test process to develop ideas from sketchmodels to manufacturable alpha prototypes

 

Amazon Prime Air

Hardware and Software Developer                                                                                                                                                   Seattle, WA (2015)

  • Developed scalable propulsion system test equipment to perform automated testing and to gather reliability data (MTTF/MTBF)

  • Implemented control loops, FFT, and data acquisition/logging in FPGA and real time applications

  • Conducted theoretical and experimental predictive failure analysis

  • Built and flew prototype drones and instrumentations to test designs and collect flight data

 

Microcomputer Project Laboratory Key Card Cloner

Hardware and Software Developer                                                                                                                                            Cambridge, MA (2015)

  • Created a RFID and NFC (125kHz - 13.56MHz) reader, writer, sniffer, emulator, cloner

  • Implemented parsers for frequency-shift keying, amplitude-shift keying, and phase-shift keying

  • Based on the Intel 8051 microcontroller and Cypress PSoC 5 programmed in assembly and C

 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Facilities

System Architect and Designer                                                                                                                                                 Cambridge, MA (2015)

  • Designed a mass distributed system of unreliable sensors and communication nodes

  • Developed communication protocols over 802.11 and Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy (BLE) wireless standards

  • Specified server configuration for robust data storage and retrieval

 

Lincoln Laboratory

Jungle Hawk Owl Research Project, Research Scientist                                                                                                           Cambridge, MA (2016)

  • Designed a medium altitude long endurance high availability UAV

  • Responsible for the design and integration of all major systems into airframe

  • Utilized Geometric Programming for design optimization

DragonFly Lilypad Research Project, Research Scientist                                                                                                         Cambridge, MA (2015)

  • Designed, built, and tested an autonomous blue water operating amphibious UAV

  • Responsible for the design and construction of waterproof fuselage, internal structures, inversion mechanism, gearbox, and packaging

  • Executed a testing suite for critical functions as well as an iterative improvement program

FAST Research Project, Research Scientist                                                                                                                     Cambridge, MA (2012-2013)

  • Designed, tooled and constructed a modular fleet of UAVs focusing on flexibility and different operational parameters

  • Modeled UAVs and evaluate their operation using CAD and Finite Element Analysis programs

  • Fabricated parts from aluminum, stainless steel, Kevlar, carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other composites

 

Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems

Automation Engineer                                                                                                                                                                            Largo, FL (2015)

  • Conducted a feasibility study for mass integrated factory automation

  • Drafted a proposal for the use of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) as a material handling solution

 

National Gym Supply

Automated Manufacturing Engineer                                                                                                                                         Los Angeles, CA (2014)

  • Produced engineering plans for automated manufacturing machines

  • Collaborated with suppliers to integrate their solutions into a custom package

 

LiquidPiston

Research and Development Engineer                                                                                                                                         Bloomfield, CT (2014)

  • Designed and built a GDI/EFI test bench for a novel HEHC rotary engine

  • Conducted FEA design optimization for gears and structural housings

  • Created a dynamometer for small scale (~1 hp) engines with integrated DAQ

 

Q-Star Technology

Research and Development Engineer                                                                                                                                  Torrance, CA (2013-2014)

  • Created 3D models using SolidWorks of electrical and mechanical components and optimized their design

  • Devised, machined, assembled, built, and programmed an Environmental Test Chamber

  • Programmed multi-platform applications for data visualization and analysis

 

Alcantara SpA

Product Service System Designer                                                                                                                                                      Milan, Italy (2013)

  • Employed by Alcantara in conjunction with Master Design students at the Politecnico University of Milan

  • Devised products and services that pushed innovation and technology into areas unexplored by Alcantara

  • Focused on embedded technology, human factors, mobile requirements, and adaptable design

 

MIT Motorsports Formula SAE

Chassis Lead, Powertrain Lead, Suspension Designer, Fabricator, and Machinist                                                         Cambridge, MA (2012-2016)

  • Developed, built, and tested race cars for the annual Formula SAE Competition

  • Utilized CAD and simulation programs to model car designs and calculate their performance

  • Conducted research, design, and performance studies for different motor configurations

 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tour Guide                                                                                                                                                                        Cambridge, MA (2013-2016)

  • Gave public and private tours to students, families, tourists, and professionals

  • Provide an engaging and informative experience

 

Glass Lab

Gaffer                                                                                                                   Rolling Hills Estates, CA (2009-2012), Cambridge, MA (2012-2016)

  • Employed glass blowing and cold working techniques to produce cups, bowls, goblets, vases, pitchers, ornaments, flowers, pumpkins, paperweights, handles, feet, and stems

  • Customized pieces with color applications include frit, powder, overlays, foil, cane, wraps, marbles, optic molds, and reduction

 

MIT Toy Product Design Lab

Product Designer                                                                                                                                                              Cambridge, MA (2012-2013)

  • Collaborated with a group of students, graduates, professors, researchers, and professionals to develop toy products

  • Projects involved CAD, 3D printing, CNC milling, thermoforming, circuit board design, programming, and human factors

 

Sports Car Classics

Mechanic and Fabricator                                                                                                                                                      Torrance, CA (2010-2012)

  • Projects ranged from detailing cars before shows to total restoration and custom modifications

  • Specialized in mechanical, metal work, paint preparation, and custom fabrication

 

Ishibashi Farm

Farm Hand                                                                                                                                                                            Torrance, CA (2008-2011)

  • Drove Tractor, Fertilized, Weeded, Harvested, Sorted, Cleaned, Sold Produce

Leadership

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Home of Christ

Youth Group Leader                                                                                                                                       Menlo Park, CA (2018-Present)

  • Lead a group of middle school and high school students in their faith journeys

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Menlo Church

Life Group Leader                                                                                                                                               San Mateo, CA (2016-2018)

  • Help to lead an adult life group where everyone is welcome and nobody is perfect

  • Focused on using a Biblical foundation to make God known, know god personally, and grow together

Students Life Group Leader                                                                                                                                San Mateo, CA (2016-2020)

  • Lead a group of middle school and high school students in their faith journeys

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Beta Chapter of the Chi Phi Fraternity

President                                                                                                                                                                                  Boston, MA (2015-2016)

  • Served as a representative between the active brothers of the Chi Phi Fraternity, Beta Foundation, Chi Phi National, and the MIT Interfraternity Council

  • Ensured that the Beta Chapter continued to function smoothly while strengthening the brotherhood

House Manager                                                                                                                                                                       Boston, MA (2014-2015)

  • Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the John F. Andrew House

  • Managed house financials with the Beta Foundation and active brothers

Delegate to National Chi Phi Congress                                                                                                                                               Austin, TX (2014)

  • Represented the Beta Chapter at Chi Phi Congress as a voting member

  • Wrote several motions and resolutions as a member of the Expansion and Growth Committee

Risk Manager                                                                                                                                                                           Boston, MA (2013-2014)

  • Worked with the President to manage risk and safety in the John F. Andrew House

  • Acted as a liaison between the active brothers of the Chi Phi Fraternity, Beta Foundation, MIT Inter Fraternity Council, MITPD, and BPD

 

MIT

Ring Committee Chair                                                                                                                                                  Cambridge, MA (2013-Present)

  • Distributed work, enforced decisions, and led the design committee for the 2016 Brass Rat

  • Responsible for meetings, design, ring premier, ring delivery, logistics, public relations, and communication

  • Managed a $100,000 marketing budget and planed multiple class wide events

 

Boy Scouts of America Troop 658

Senior Patrol Leader                                                                                                                         Rolling Hills Estates, CA (2009-2010, 2011-2012)

  • Led a troop of over 60 scouts and increased participation through outreach to almost 100 scouts

  • Responsible for all meetings, trips, leadership, and advancement

Honors and Awards

 

The James Means Memorial Award (2016); Best Toy Product Design (2013); Eagle Scout (2012); Eagle Scout Mentor (2011); NESA STEM Scholarship (2013); FIRST Robotics Regional 3rd Place (2011-2012); Cyber Patriot III/IV National Finalist 5th Place (2011); 3rd Place (2012); United States President’s Volunteer Service Award (2011); West Point Leadership Award (2011); United States Military Science and Engineering Awards (2008-2009, 2011); ISEF Regional Science and Engineering Fair 1st Place Engineering (2008-2011); National Finalist (2008); American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics 1st Place (2008-2009); 2nd Place (2011)

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