At Green Tech Innovation (GTI), I served as the Team Lead for a specialized design team developing an ultra-fast, high-payload drone intended for rapid area scanning and targeted wildfire suppression. As part of our entry for the XPRIZE Wildfire Challenge, Team Romeo focused on optimizing drone geometry, modularity, and production workflows to deliver a scalable, field-deployable solution for global wildfire response.

I led the conceptual and mechanical design efforts, guiding the team through CAD development, feasibility reviews, and design iteration cycles. I also oversaw the simplification of manufacturing processes to improve reliability and reduce assembly time, ensuring our prototype aligned with XPRIZE technical criteria and long-term innovation goals.