Aya A.

Experience

• Battery Systems Teaching Assistant University · Part-time Feb 2024 – Jun 2026 2 yrs 4 mos Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye Supported the Battery Science and Engineering course delivered with instructors from industry. Modelled battery-management systems and battery-pack behavior during laboratory sessions using MATLAB and Simulink, including equivalent-circuit, thermal-management and performance simulations. Assisted students with laboratory exercises, and provided feedback on modelling results, system performance and safety considerations.
• Freelance Mechanical Design Engineer Independent · Freelance · Freelance Aug 2025 – Jan 2026 5 mos Remote, OR, United States Developed production-oriented parametric SolidWorks parts and assemblies from client requirements, including components for a drone-delivery product. Reviewed designs for manufacturability, assembly feasibility, component interfaces and clearances. Prepared accurate CAD geometry and incorporated client feedback through controlled design revisions. Applied DfM and DfA principles to improve production and assembly readiness while maintaining clear technical documentation.
• Aurframe and Powerplant Trainee EgyptAir Training Academy · Internship Aug 2024 – Sep 2024 1 mos Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt Worked with Aircraft, Structure and Component Maintenance Manuals during scheduled maintenance activities. Supported the identification and documentation of structural degradation on an Airbus A320 airframe and observed engine overhaul, structural repair, component maintenance, Ram Air Turbine testing and nondestructive inspection procedures. Developed familiarity with engineering drawings, aircraft structures, repair documentation and workshop practices.
• Full Flight Simulator Technician Trainee EgyptAir Training Academy · Internship Jul 2024 – Aug 2024 1 mos Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt Supported preventive maintenance and troubleshooting across six Level-D Airbus and Boeing full-flight simulator platforms. Used OEM wiring diagrams, technical documentation and diagnostic systems to investigate mechanical, electrical, control, motion and I/O faults. Reviewed Qualification Test Guide performance data with the Quality Assurance Manager and supported EASA and ECAA audit-readiness activities in a safety-critical engineering environment.