Aadam A.

Aadam A. is a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University, expected to graduate in May 2026. Currently serving as the Propulsion-Fluids Co-Lead at the Columbia Space Initiative since May 2023, Aadam A. is responsible for the design and implementation of a nitrous oxide blowdown system for a hybrid rocket engine. Previous experience includes working as a Propulsion Intern at Astranis Space Technologies, where responsibilities included overseeing a geostationary satellite pressurant system and optimizing component design, as well as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Olympian Motors, focusing on electric vehicle market positioning. Aadam A. also founded Ubix LLC, an e-commerce marketplace for students, promoting community engagement and resource conservation.