This document provides a summary of Sam Juson's qualifications and experience. It outlines his MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, as well as a 1st class bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. Key experiences include internships in hybrid rocket engine design and orbital engineering. Skills include leadership, management, communication, and technical abilities in areas such as rocket propulsion, astrodynamics, and MATLAB.
This document provides a summary of Sam Juson's qualifications and experience. It outlines his MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, as well as a 1st class bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. Key experiences include internships in hybrid rocket engine design and orbital engineering. Skills include leadership, management, communication, and technical abilities in areas such as rocket propulsion, astrodynamics, and MATLAB.
This document provides a summary of Sam Juson's qualifications and experience. It outlines his MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, as well as a 1st class bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. Key experiences include internships in hybrid rocket engine design and orbital engineering. Skills include leadership, management, communication, and technical abilities in areas such as rocket propulsion, astrodynamics, and MATLAB.
This document provides a summary of Sam Juson's qualifications and experience. It outlines his MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, as well as a 1st class bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. Key experiences include internships in hybrid rocket engine design and orbital engineering. Skills include leadership, management, communication, and technical abilities in areas such as rocket propulsion, astrodynamics, and MATLAB.
s.juson@cranfield.ac.uk • 07791191674 Cranfield University • linkedin.com/in/sam-juson
PERSONAL STATEMENT
A versatile first-class Aerospace Engineering graduate currently studying an MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering at Cranfield University, with a keen interest towards space flight and rocket propulsion. Leadership, management, and communication are skills that I boast excellent success in; developed through my time as Co- President at CranSEDS and operating as an ROCC qualified Air Ground Controller. Gained relevant industry experience in Hybrid Rocket Engine design through a SPIN Internship at Smallspark Space Systems in association with the UK Space Agency. In depth knowledge of space propulsion systems, astrodynamics, and mission analysis through university modules, as well as project management experience with a desire to produce exceptional results.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
• Included twice on the Dean’s List for the 2017/18 & 2018/19 academic years for performing at a consistently excellent standard across all modules and graduated with some of the top marks amongst my cohort • Awarded the UWE Enterprise Summer Scholarship and the Impact & Innovation Scholarship • Completed the UAS Garden Relay, continuously running from RAF Lossiemouth to RAF Akrotiri and back, raising over £20,000 for NHS Charities Together amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
EDUCATION
MSc Astronautics and Space Engineering: Cranfield University, UK (October 2020 - September 2021)
• Modules Studied: Astrodynamics & Mission Analysis, Space Systems Engineering, Space Propulsion, Mathematics & Programming for Trajectory Design, Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics & Control • Modules Attended: Launch & Re-entry Aerodynamics, Modelling of Dynamic Systems, Thermal Analysis & Design Software, Structural Mechanics, Payload Engineering & Instrumentation • Group Design Project: Mission Analysis Lead for the ‘Design of a GEO Debris Scavenger Spacecraft’
BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies (1:1): UWE Bristol, UK (September 2017 - July 2020)
• Relevant Modules passed: Energy & Thermodynamics (83%), Engineering Mathematics 1 & 2 (89% & 91%), Aerodynamics & Pilot Studies (80%), Space Flight (73%), Engineering & Society (78%), Systems Engineering (77%), Structural Design & Inspection (82%) and Design, Materials & CAD/CAM (79%) • Individual Thesis: An Exploration of the Design of Liquid Bi-Propellant Rocket Engines with an Experimental Study of the Combustion Phase Using Computational Fluid Dynamics (73%)
CAREER HISTORY
CranSEDS: Cranfield University, UK – Co President (October 2020 - Present)
Cranfield’s society for the exploration and development of space technologies, made up of talented students seeking new aerospace engineering challenges whilst participating in competitions and conferences related to the space field at a national and international level, whilst conducting outreach programmes to encourage STEM engagement.
• Overseeing the operations of UKSEDS National Rocketry Championship & European Rocketry Challenge, as well as reviewing technical progress reports for the Olympus Rover Trial Competition • Liaised with companies for potential sponsorships to acquire funding for the projects • Coordinating and leading weekly meeting with upwards of 100 members
Flight Simulation Technologies: Aerospace Integration Research Centre, UK – Research Assistant
(November 2020 – December 2020) - In collaboration with Rolls-Royce
I was chosen to partake in a number of research studies where I played the role as an Air Traffic Controller relaying standard phraseology and communications to the flight simulator pilots. Asteria: Space & Satellites: The University of Edinburgh, UK - Orbital Engineer (October 2020 - Present)
Asteria are a student group at the University of Edinburgh dedicated to the development of Oracle 1; a 3U CubeSat designed for remote sensing of the Earth using hyperspectral imaging which will be pursuing a scientific mission to help track mosquito-borne diseases, incorporating the UN’s sustainable development goals.
• Working closely with the scientific research team to calculate the frequency and altitude of which the satellite will pass over the ground station, determining the size of sensors and the equipment required for data relay • Focused on modelling the trajectory of the satellite using various simulation software such as GMAT and STK, incorporating vital mission and orbital requirements into the engineering design process Smallspark Space Systems: Cardiff, UK - Rocket Engineering SPINtern (July 2020 - September 2020) In association with the UK Space Agency and supported by Satellite Applications Catapult
Smallspark Space Systems are a UK based Aerospace and Artificial Intelligence (AAI) research company based in Cardiff, working to push the boundaries in low-cost rocket propulsion systems
• Completed a Udemy qualification in OpenFOAM with specific application in fluid dynamics, turbulence modelling and complex meshing for bespoke aerostructures and Hybrid Rocket Engine designs • Collaborated on a SPRINT project exploring how lattice structures for solid fuel grains affect regression rates • Investigated the effects of various injector designs by developing a method that computationally analysed their performance for optimising the atomisation, combustion properties and mixing of the propellants
Royal Air Force (VR): RAF Colerne, UK - Bristol University Air Squadron (September 2018 - August 2020)
The University Air Squadron is a branch of the RAF Volunteer Reserves who deliver specialist leadership and team- building exercises, volunteering opportunities, military flying and adventurous training.
• Developed Force Protection competencies and leadership skills within an arduous deployed training camp in order to broaden military knowledge, teamwork, and followership attributes • Selected to be Joint Head for Charity Events on the committee due to personal fundraising experiences, and was awarded the University Air Squadron of the Year Award by the RAF Benevolent Fund
Herefordshire Aeroclub: Shobdon Aerodrome, UK - Air Ground Operator (May 2015 - August 2020)
The role of an Air Ground Operator is to deliver concise, accurate information and advice to pilots in order for them to understand and visualise the traffic in the aerodrome vicinity.
• Coordinated and integrated landing/departing traffic and prioritise aircraft movements to ensure safety • Implemented the ability to interpret specific phraseology & relay important information to pilots accurately • Achieved my Radio Operators Certificate of Competence (ROCC) from the Civil Aviation Authority to operate VHF radiotelephony equipment and exchange spoken messages in the aeronautical radio services
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, MATLAB and Simulink, Javafoil, Solidworks, ANSYS Fluent and CFD-Post, Abaqus, OpenFOAM and ParaView, CES EduPack as well as knowledge in MeshLab, Fusion 360, STK, GMAT, C++ and Python – particularly in relation to Artificial Intelligence
INTERESTS & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Individual Interests: Aviation enthusiast – Self funded student pilot with 21.9 hours including solo in a Cessna 152. Avid traveller – Love to explore new places and cultures, ranging from Australia (4 weeks), Indonesia (3 weeks), Canada (4 weeks) and various countries in Europe including Croatia, Italy & France. • Volunteering: Volunteered at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) for 6 days with the Park and View team. Macmillan Cancer Support charity supporter, completing Swansea, Cardiff, Bath and Bristol Half Marathons, along with a sponsored skydive, personally raising more than £1150 for charity. • Memberships: Student member of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Member of the Space Exploration Project Group at the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC). Member of Cranfield’s Astronomical Society. • Sporting Achievements: National medallists at BUCS Regatta with University Rowing Club. Hereford Regatta champions with Hereford Rowing Club. Represented the RAF at rowing at various regattas, notably winning Sagamore Eights Cup at Henley. Competitive runner for Croft Ambrey Running Club.
