Hello! I'm Sayid, a passionate mechanical engineer with a love for clean, functional design and strong technical problem-solving. With 10+ years of experience in the engineering industry, I specialize in crafting innovative solutions, optimizing systems, and delivering high-performance results that not only meet specifications but exceed expectations.
Whether you're a startup in need of complete product development, or an established company looking to optimize your manufacturing processes, I bring a mix of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience to every project.
I believe that great engineering is about more than just calculations—it's about creating solutions that work seamlessly, communicate effectively, and deliver real value.
SpaceX
2021 - Present
Lead mechanical design for Starship heat shield systems. Developed thermal protection solutions for reentry, conducted structural analysis, and managed cross-functional team of 6 engineers. Reduced component weight by 18% while improving thermal performance.
Northrop Grumman
2019 - 2021
Designed precision mechanisms for satellite deployment systems. Performed FEA analysis, created CAD models in SolidWorks, and collaborated with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability. Successfully delivered 3 major satellite projects on schedule.
Tesla
2017 - 2019
Developed battery cooling systems for Model 3 production line. Optimized thermal management designs, conducted extensive testing protocols, and worked with suppliers to improve component reliability. Contributed to 25% improvement in battery thermal efficiency.
Stanford University
2015 - 2017
Focus: Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer. Thesis on advanced cooling systems for high-performance electronics. GPA: 3.9/4.0
MIT
2011 - 2015
Minor in Materials Science. Senior project: Design and fabrication of autonomous robotics system. Dean's List all semesters.
I'm always interested in hearing about new projects and opportunities. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out!