Swapnil Dhar

Swapnil Dhar is an experienced Analysis Engineer currently employed at Quartus Engineering since July 2023, focusing on detailed structural analyses for aerospace applications. Prior to this role, Swapnil was a member of the Solid Spaceshot Team at THRUST@UIUC from August 2020 to October 2023, where significant contributions included simulating rocket performance in extreme temperatures and analyzing aerodynamic data. An engineering internship at ZEVA AERO involved conceptual design of battery packs for next-gen aircraft and optimizing energy usage through flight profiles. Previous mechanical engineering internship at Clear Blue Sea focused on designing efficient collection bins for ocean plastic, utilizing a decision matrix for optimal design selection. Swapnil's career began with THRUST@UIUC in August 2019 as a member of the Liquid V1 Testing team, emphasizing safety procedures for liquid rocket engine testing. Swapnil holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completed in May 2023.