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Bernard Tillano

From Banga, Philippines

Currently studies at University of California, Irvine

BTillano@uci.edu

Education

University of California, Irvine
September 2023 - Present  B.S. in Aerospace Engineering 

Cerritos College

September 2020 - July 2023  Aerospace Engineering 
Cumulative 3.81 GPA

Dean's List and President's Honors List

Skills

Software: Solidworks, Fusion360, Matlab, ANSYS STK, LabView.

Fabrication: 3-D Printers, mill, lathe, drills, saws, MIG welding, sheet metal tools, water jet, laser cutter, metal and polymer casting.

Languages: Spanish, Tagalog, Ilonggo (dialect), Bisaya (dialect)

Experience

2024 - Current

FUSION Engineering Project - Project Advisor

  • Provided project oversight for three team of 50 members, leveraging expertise in drone design and fabrication to guide technical development during workshops, progress checks, and milestone reviews.

  •  Developed a comprehensive curriculum covering project lifecycle fundamentals and technical topics like aerodynamics, SolidWorks, and programming, to foster independent learning and technical growth.

  •  Led hands-on workshops in collaboration with project directors, incorporating knowledge from drone building projects to enhance members' skills in CAD design and soldering tailored to the project.

2024 - Current

Filipinx Undergraduates of Scientist/Engineers In an Organized Network (FUSION) - Fundraising Director

  • Organized weekly external fundraising activities to support and fund events for a 350-member club.

  • Collaborated with executive team to create a supportive environment for Filipinx engineering students.

  • Presented weekly general meetings, professional social events and career networking opportunities

2023 - 2024

Design Build Vertical Fly - Air Frame Team Lead

  • Led a sub team of 5 students in the design, fabrication, and simulation of a carbon fiber drone, using Fusion360 for CAD modeling and SolidWorks for performance analysis to ensure structural integrity.

  • Supervised fabrication and safety protocols, educating team members on proper carbon fiber laying techniques, machine use, and assembly procedures through training sessions and hands-on guidance.

  • Conducted drag analysis using SolidWorks Flow Simulation to optimize the cover shape, which led to an 18% increase in air speed and a 15% improvement in aerodynamic efficiency and performance.

2023 - 2024

Mechanical Systems Lab 106 - Mechanical Lead

  • Achieved first place in an autonomous robot building competition, competing against 40 teams, by designing and implementing advanced sensor integration, adaptive control systems, and PID controls.

  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans for constant performance improvements through design modularity, leading to a 45% improvement in speed and waypoint accuracy during competition.

  • Designed a modular and parametrized framework using Fusion360, enabling rapid prototyping and iterative improvements, which reduced development time by 30% and seamless component upgrades.

2022 - 2023

STEM Club - Vice President

  • Co-led the revitalization of the club, implementing strategic initiatives such as hosting regular meetings, workshops, and guest lectures, which increased participation and event attendance by 40%.

  • Recruited over 50 members and 5 faculty members within the first month by conducting outreach campaigns, organizing 10+ events and strengthening community relationships in the STEM field.

  • Enhanced student opportunities by facilitating meetings that emphasized innovations and faculty interactions, leading to over 15+ letters of recommendation and numerous industry connections

Awards and Honors

2023 & 2024

NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM)

2023

President's Honors List

Dean's List

2023

Certificate of Biliteracy

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