Aakash Girdhar

Aakash Girdhar is a Test Engineer I at Trident Systems since July 2023. Previously, as the Simulations and Modeling Team Lead for the James Madison University NASA Student Launch Team from October 2021 to May 2023, Aakash led an 8-person team in a research-based competition focused on designing, testing, and manufacturing a high-powered rocket while researching rocket principles and safety considerations. Aakash also completed an externship at AT&T in July 2022, gaining training in data analytics, cloud computing, Agile methodology, and project management. Earlier experience includes serving as a server at Backyard Grill, where Aakash honed customer service skills, and an internship at The Pudding Shops, which involved developing sales techniques and marketing. Aakash holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from James Madison University and an Advanced Studies Diploma from Chantilly High School.