Nipun Grandhi

Nipun Grandhi is an accomplished aerospace engineer currently serving as a Propulsion Engineer and Aerodynamics Team Lead for the Longhorn Rocketry Association. With a strong background in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and engineering analysis, Nipun has led training sessions on ANSYS Fluent and managed projects to ensure rocket structures withstand the rigors of supersonic flight. Nipun's experience includes internships at Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company and NASA, where design and analysis skills were applied in developing mechanical systems and conducting structural integrity evaluations. Nipun has also contributed to research in improving sand casting processes while pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, demonstrating a commitment to advancing aerospace technology through practical and academic endeavors.