Cristina Rodriguez
Charleston
Summary
Accomplished Structural & Systems Analysis Engineer at The Boeing Company, adept in finite element analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded structural modeling and optimization projects, enhancing design efficiency and compliance. Developed Python automation tools, streamlining workflows and significantly improving operational performance. Committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions aligned with industry standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural & Systems Analysis Engineer
The Boeing Company
01.2024 - Current
- Lead structural modeling and performance evaluation of a critical nacelle interface subsystem.
- Develop 2D shell and 3D finite element models; contribute to system-level FEM development.
- Conduct trade studies and topology optimizations to improve structural efficiency.
- Build custom stress-analysis templates and Python-based automation tools.
- Integrate thermal load data and multi-load cases for combined structural response.
- Apply regulatory-driven methodologies aligned with FAA and defense standards.
Structural Liaison Engineer
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Served as technical interface between design and production teams.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve engineering issues.
- Supported certified repair processes and manufacturing improvements.
- Streamlined collaboration between design and production teams to optimize workflows.
- Provided technical support to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Structures Design Engineer
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Facilitated engineering change packages and compliance-driven design updates.
- Collaborated with flammability team on urgent project addressing non-compliance issues.
- Assisted in preparation of technical documentation and test reports for certification.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine design specifications and requirements.
Manufacturing Engineer – Final Integration
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed structural build plans to enhance design efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements to address defects and reduce costs.
- Collaborated with workshop teams to identify and rectify costly processes.
- Streamlined workflows, leading to significant operational enhancements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2022
Skills
- System-level modeling
- Finite element analysis
- Trade studies
- Topology optimization
- Joint and load path analysis
- Margin evaluation
- Nastran-based solvers
- HyperMesh
- CATIA
- ENOVIA
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk CFD
- Python for automation
- Advanced Excel skills
- MATLAB programming
- Version control with Git
- Anaconda
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Requirements compliance
- Design for performance evaluation
- Certification documentation
Research And Project Experience
- NASA RASC-AL Finalist Team – Filtration System Lead, Designed water filtration subsystem for lunar/Martian resource extraction prototype.
- Aerospace Capstone – Hypersonic Deployable Glider, Co-led software and avionics integration for CubeSat-based hypersonic experiment.
Core Technical Skills
System-level modeling, finite element analysis (2D/3D), trade studies, topology optimization, joint & load path analysis, margin evaluation, NASTRAN-based solvers, HyperMesh, CATIA, ENOVIA, SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk CFD, Python (analysis automation), Excel (advanced), MATLAB, Git, Anaconda, Cross-functional collaboration, requirements compliance, design-for-performance evaluation, certification documentation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Structural & Systems Analysis Engineer
The Boeing Company
01.2024 - Current
Structural Liaison Engineer
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
Structures Design Engineer
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
Manufacturing Engineer – Final Integration
The Boeing Company
06.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Virginia