Javier Arocha
A mechanical & aerospace engineer who loves solving problems with good design, clean systems, and real-world engineering logic.
UCF Class 2024
Engineer
SolidWorks • GD&T
CAD Modeling • Mechanical Design • 3D Printing • Manufacturing • Tooling
About me
Who I am and what drives me
I’m an aerospace engineer with a strong interest in practical mechanical design. I like taking ideas from concept to something tangible. My work revolves around understanding how things fit together, optimizing designs for real-world use, and finding clean, efficient solutions to engineering problems.I’m always looking for ways to make designs simpler, stronger, and easier to build.
4
Years of experience
3
CAD Softwares
5
Development Tools
5
Certifications
Things I'm good at
SolidWorks
Creo
AutoCAD
UnrealEngine
Skills & Interests
Tools, domains, and strengths
Software & Tools
Interests
Experience
Where I’ve learned by building
Design Engineer · Crew Tool
Sep 2024 – Sep 2025
Crew Tool is a precision tooling startup supporting aerospace manufacturing. As Design Engineer, I focused on mechanical design, ergonomic tooling, and high-reliability drawing practices.
- Engineered precise pneumatic systems to regulate sealant gun pressure, balancing safety and performance under tight tolerances.
- Ran in-depth quality inspections using FT-IR, Hexane testing, and dimensional checks to validate tools against spec sheets.
- Built purpose-driven tools for aerospace sealant application and removal, shaped by user feedback and field use cases.
- Redesigned legacy tools to improve ergonomics and ease-of-use for operators without sacrificing performance.
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Mechanical Engineer · Airgroup Dynamics Inc.
May 2021 – Sep 2024
Airgroup Dynamics provides repair, overhaul, and tooling services for aerospace clients. As Mechanical Engineer, I oversaw CAD, prototyping, and documentation of custom tools used in high-precision jet component repair workflows.
- Designed custom tools that sped up aircraft maintenance workflows, cutting task time by 20% in high-throughput environments.
- Produced detailed technical drawings under ASME Y14.5 standards and developed in-house drafting conventions.
- Set up a small-scale additive manufacturing lab to rapidly prototype concepts and troubleshoot tooling issues on the fly.
- Improved internal diagnostics and documentation for FAA compliance, from hands-on QA to capability audits.
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Engineer Intern · Florida Space institute
FSI is a research center focused on advancing space technologies in Florida. During my internship, I contributed to student outreach and supported program development focused on technical preparation and retention.
- Helped simulate lunar surface conditions by designing and fabricating regolith experiment components used in cryo and microgravity tests.
- Contributed to NASA-aligned research exploring how regolith reacts to impacts and collisions under space-like constraints.
- Developed procedures for assembling and testing experimental hardware used in live lab environments.
- Worked alongside faculty and engineers to merge academic research with hands-on engineering problem-solving.
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Awards & Recognitions
Aerospace Engineering
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science
Class of 2024
Mechanical Engineering
Miami Dade College
Associate of Science
Class of 2020
SolidWorks Certifications
3 official credentials in CAD design and manufacturing
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CSWA – Associate
Issued: Oct 2021 · Cert #: C-JH6UAQZ24R -
CSWP – Drawing Tools
Issued: May 2022 · Cert #: C-Z4YM9HT7E8 -
CSWP – Professional
Issued: Oct 2023 · Cert #: C-G2HDLPJA5B -
CSWP – Sheet Metal
Issued: Dec 2025 · Cert #: C-AL9UFW8B42
Six Sigma Certifications
Process improvement & quality control methods
The Council for Six Sigma Certification:
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White Belt Certification
Issued: Jun 2024 · Cert #: PHqB7kvrGk
Colombian Student Association
A student-led organization focused on community and professional growth at UCF.
President - 2023
Social Director - 2022
Projects
Selected work & prototypes
Emergency Insights
Emergency Insights helps people understand the risks around their homes or communities. It automatically gathers data about things like floods, storms, and other hazards, then turns it into simple, easy-to-read reports and maps. The goal is to make safety information more accessible and help people stay prepared.
The Design Desk
Free, bite-size CAD practice problems and tutorials designed to help aspiring mechanical designers build real skills. Each challenge focuses on manufacturable geometry, proper modeling habits, and the kind of decision-making used in real engineering work.
Space Agency Manager (UE5)
a first-person management sim built in Unreal Engine 5 where you hire teams, build rockets, and run high-stakes launch operations from mission control. Plan budgets and staffing, assemble a vehicle, then handle real-time issues during countdowns with quick, command-style decisions.
Contact
I’m excited to help build great things.