Alex Kim
Currently an Aerospace and Computer Science double major at the University of Minnesota interested in advancing space technology.
Projects
A selection of my technical projects in aerospace engineering and software development.
MinneSat Ground Station
Python-based UI for the CanSat Satellite, designed to display flight data and issue commands for the AAS CanSat competition.
MinneSat Flight Software
C++ based controls program that runs on the satellite's PCB, controlling sensors and servos while making decisions based on collected data.
North Star Rocket
Designed and successfully launched an L1 rocket under the guidance of a mentor, to over 1000 feet before recovering it.
Experience
My professional experience and leadership roles in aerospace and software engineering.
President
AIAA CanSat
•Minneapolis
August 2024 - Present
Doubled team size and boosted funding by 50% while leading strategy and design.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Trane Technologies
•Minneapolis
May 2024 - August 2024
Developed systems and analyzed building efficiency to identify energy-saving measures.
Software Team Lead
AIAA CanSat
•Minneapolis
November 2023 - Present
Led the development of ground station and flight software for a NASA simulated mission.