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Zihao Huang

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Bio

Mechanical engineering junior at Portland State University with hands-on experience in student aerospace and motorsports projects. Currently a propulsion team member with the Portland State Aerospace Society, contributing to liquid fuel rocket test stand thermal protection solutions, and cryogenic propellant handling. Skilled in CAD (SolidWorks, Onshape, Siemens NX), simulation (ANSYS, SimScale, MATLAB), and mechanical design under real-world constraints. Also working as the lead Mechanical Engineer (student) in Viking Motorsports, supporting and leading project testing and validation. Motivated to apply technical skills in aerospace and mechanical systems while continuing to grow through internships and advanced studies.

Education

Portland State University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Mechanical Engineering
  • GPA:
    3.5

Foreign Language Immersion And

High School
2008 - 2011
  • GPA:
    3.8

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      • Aviation & Aerospace
    • Dream career goals:

    • QA tester

      Welocalize
      2017 – 20247 years

    Sports

    Badminton

    Club
    2005 – 20116 years

    Arts

    • Clubs

      Visual Arts
      2018 – Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Operation Nightwatch Portland — Volunteer Staff
      2018 – 2018