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Harjot Kaur

Aerospace Engineer · Astronautics

Undergraduate Aerospace Engineer with research experience in aeroacoustics, systems integration, and futuristic aerospace technologies. Led collaborative research with Honeywell Aerospace on APU noise reduction and acoustic liner design. Built systems verification and flight management systems expertise through work at Collins Aerospace / RTX Corporation.

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Aerospace Engineering · Astronautics @ ASU Collins Aerospace · RTX — 3× Systems & Software Engineering Intern DO-178B Certified · Avionics Software Lifecycle Honeywell Aerospace — APU Noise Reduction Research NASA RASC-AL — Lunar Sampling Rover · Structure & Comms Lead Real-Time 3D Satellite Tracker — SGP4 Propagation CubeSat FDIR Simulator — Autonomous Fault Detection & Recovery Aerospace Engineering · Astronautics @ ASU Collins Aerospace · RTX — 3× Systems & Software Engineering Intern DO-178B Certified · Avionics Software Lifecycle Honeywell Aerospace — APU Noise Reduction Research NASA RASC-AL — Lunar Sampling Rover · Structure & Comms Lead Real-Time 3D Satellite Tracker — SGP4 Propagation CubeSat FDIR Simulator — Autonomous Fault Detection & Recovery
01 — Highlights
Industry
Collins Aerospace · RTX
Systems / Software Engineering Intern across 3 consecutive summers, working on certified avionics software for Bombardier & Airbus aircraft.
3× Systems/Software Intern DO-178B FMS/HMI Python Testing DOORS / JAMA
Research
Honeywell & NASA
Led APU noise reduction research with Honeywell Aerospace and spearheaded structural design for a lunar sampling rover in NASA RASC-AL.
Aeroacoustics Lunar Rover Project Lead
Personal Projects
Live Space Systems
Built a real-time 3D satellite tracking system using SGP4 propagation and a CubeSat simulation with autonomous FDIR fault recovery logic.
SGP4 / TLE FDIR Logic Python & JS
02 — Education
B.E. Aerospace Engineering (Astronautics)
Arizona State University · Tempe, AZ
High & Low Speed Aerodynamics Orbital Mechanics Thermodynamics Rocket Propulsion Fluid Dynamics Aeroacoustics Space Systems Engineering Avionics Systems
Graduating
May
2026
03 — Industry Experience
Collins Aerospace · RTX Corporation
Systems / Software Engineering Intern
Summers from May 2023 – Aug 2025
  • Contributed to design, development, and verification of Flight User Interface (FUI) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Flight Management System (FMS) software for Bombardier and Airbus aircraft — across three consecutive internships.
  • Completed DO-178B training, gaining expertise in safety-critical software certification and the avionics software lifecycle.
  • Performed Python-based functional and high-level testing to validate FMS logic and ensure compliance with certification standards.
  • Utilized JAMA, JIRA, and Confluence to manage requirements traceability and defect resolution within the software development process.
  • Operated a flight-deck simulation rig to assess real-time FMS behavior, developing deep understanding of cockpit workflows and autonomous decision logic.
Harjot Kaur at Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, IA

04 — Research Experience
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NASA · RASC-AL
Lunar Sampling Rover
Structure & Communication Lead
Fall 2025 – Present
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Led the rover structural design, subsystem integration, and communication architecture to enable reliable telemetry and mission operations for a lunar surface sampling rover developed for a NASA RASC-AL mission concept. Developed the Lunar Isolation Sample Container (LISC), featuring a dual-wall aluminum structure, vacuum insulation, and thermal interfaces designed to maintain volatile stability and structural integrity of collected samples.
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Honeywell Aerospace
APU Noise Reduction & Acoustic Liner Design
Project Lead & Project Manager
Spring 2025 – Fall 2025
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Conducted joint research with Honeywell Aerospace on Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) noise mitigation, exploring both active and passive acoustic technologies for liner optimization. Performed preliminary frequency-domain analysis and source identification to characterize key APU noise contributors, and collaborated with Honeywell engineers to investigate suitable material selections and liner geometry configurations.
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ASU · Systems Engineering
Cube Sounder Balloon Mission
Systems Engineer — Led Comms
Spring 2025
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Defined the telecommunications and ground data subsystems while ensuring compliance with NASA standards and maintaining traceability to SMART requirements. Prepared and delivered System Requirements Review (SRR) and Preliminary Design Review (PDR) documentation aligned with mission objectives.
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ASU · Space Works II
Planetary Infrared Camera Shielding System
Deputy Project Manager
Spring 2025
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Designed a shielding system for a planetary observation payload by integrating environmental sensors with an Arduino-based control system to protect instrumentation from dust and radiation exposure. Utilized GD&T principles and Siemens NX for mechanical design of the housing and integration components.
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ASU · Space Works I
Planetary Lander — Structural Design
ATLO Lead & Safety Engineer
Fall 2024
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Designed a conceptual planetary lander to meet specified mission constraints while ensuring tolerance to impact forces under varying landing conditions. Served as Safety Engineer and Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations Lead, overseeing procedures to maintain system safety, reliability, and mission readiness.
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ASU · EPICS
Vietnam Smart Agriculture Project
Documentation Lead
Fall 2022
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Designed a pH sensor model for soil monitoring with Arduino-based data collection. Led documentation and software development for real-time irrigation data in a 7-member international project. Collaborated to develop a team scope, divide effort, and ensure timely completion aligned with project goals.
05 — Technical Skills
Modeling & Design
SolidWorks NX Siemens AutoCAD TinkerCAD GD&T
Simulation & Analysis
MATLAB Python Excel (Data Analytics) ANSYS
Programming & Systems
Java Arduino IDE Embedded Systems
Verification Tools
DOORS JAMA JIRA Confluence Integrate
Hardware & Prototyping
Soldering PCB Fabrication Sensor Integration Heat-Shrink
Domain Knowledge
DO-178B Certified Aeroacoustics SGP4 Propagation NASA SE Principles FDIR Logic
06 — Personal Projects
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3D Real-Time Satellite Orbit Tracking System
Fall 2025
Built a real-time satellite tracking system fetching live TLE data and implementing SGP4 orbit propagation to compute satellite position and velocity. Originally built with a FastAPI Python backend; refactored for the web using satellite.js so it runs entirely in the browser. Generates telemetry-style outputs including latitude, longitude, altitude, and velocity for real-time orbital state estimation.
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CubeSat Simulation with FDIR Logic
Spring 2026
Developed a CubeSat simulation system integrating orbital tracking with simulated spacecraft telemetry and operational states. Implemented Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) logic to autonomously identify anomalies, isolate subsystem faults, and simulate recovery actions — reducing reliance on manual ground intervention.
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07 — Leadership & Outreach
Grader / Teaching Assistant — FSE 100
Arizona State University
Led instructional sessions on basic circuits, programming, and hands-on Arduino electronics. Graded assignments and held regular office hours to assist students with problem-solving and project development.
Spring 2026
SPARKS Ambassador
Access ASU
Mentored K-12 students on college readiness and STEM career pathways through interactive outreach programs. Shared personal aerospace experiences to inspire interest in engineering and higher education.
Spring – Summer 2025
Community Assistant
Hassayampa Academic Village · ASU
Created inclusive residential communities supporting 200+ students. Organized campus events promoting engagement, mentorship, and collaboration. Led orientation and housing tours for 15,000+ incoming students.
Spring 2022 – Spring 2024
Gold Guide
Arizona State University · Tempe
Managed welcome experience for 15,000+ incoming students. Answered student queries via Salesforce, conducted campus and housing tours for freshmen.
Spring 2022 – Spring 2023

Let's Connect

Graduating May 2026 and open to research collaborations, and exciting opportunities in space systems, avionics, aeroacoustics or anything beyond.

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