I'm an Administrative Mechanical Engineer with a specialization in materials engineering, manufacturing processes, and mechanical system design. My work focuses on bridging theoretical research with practical industrial applications, particularly in aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
I recently completed my role as an XR/VR Researcher with University of Michigan - NASA (SURE Program), where I designed immersive extended reality experiences for air traffic controller training using Apple Vision Pro. This international collaboration allowed me to work at the intersection of aerospace systems engineering, human factors research, and artificial intelligence.
My experience spans materials research and heat treatment optimization with industry leaders like Ternium and FRISA, mechanical system design and prototyping, and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) research for sustainable manufacturing. I'm passionate about applying engineering principles to solve complex industrial challenges while advancing sustainability in manufacturing.
Based in Mexico City, I'm actively seeking opportunities that allow me to contribute to innovative projects in aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing, where I can leverage my expertise in materials science, mechanical design, and emerging technologies like XR/VR and AI-assisted engineering systems.
Experience
- Developed comprehensive experimental procedures involving quenching, tempering, and carburizing processes to increase surface hardness above 50 HRC in boron steels, optimizing treatment parameters for industrial applications
- Correlated thermal simulations with experimental results using ASTM G65 wear testing, microhardness measurements, and metallographic analysis, achieving strong agreement between predicted and actual material properties
- Proposed optimized heat treatment cycles that improved wear resistance and mechanical performance, reducing premature failures and industrial reprocessing costs through data-driven process refinement
- Designed immersive extended reality experiences for air traffic controller training using Apple Vision Pro, simulating real control tower environments with high-fidelity spatial interactions and realistic operational scenarios
- Engineered Large Language Models (LLMs) as cognitive copilots to support strategic and tactical decision-making in air traffic control (ATC), implementing advanced prompt engineering techniques that enhanced training effectiveness
- Developed interactive wireframes and functional prototypes in Figma, including flight trajectory visualizations, AI-generated suggestions, session timelines, and real-time performance monitoring dashboards for training assessment
- Collaborated in international, multidisciplinary teams combining aerospace systems engineering, human factors research, and artificial intelligence to deliver innovative training solutions
- Conducted comprehensive research on reliable technical references and methodologies to support engineering decision-making based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in manufacturing processes, establishing frameworks for sustainable design practices
- Analyzed and proposed solutions to complex industrial challenges presented by FRISA, focusing on process optimization, sustainability improvements, and resource efficiency in manufacturing operations
- Implemented LCA methodologies to evaluate energy reuse strategies in manufacturing systems, developing analytical models that identified opportunities for reducing environmental impact and operational costs
Featured Projects
Developed comprehensive experimental procedures involving quenching, tempering, and carburizing processes to increase surface hardness above 50 HRC in boron steels. Correlated thermal simulations with experimental results using ASTM G65 wear testing and metallographic analysis.
Designed immersive extended reality experiences for air traffic controller training using Apple Vision Pro. Developed LLM-powered cognitive copilots and interactive Figma prototypes featuring flight trajectory visualizations and real-time performance monitoring dashboards.
Designed and built a functional prototype powered by a 1 HP motor with belt-pulley transmission system. The aluminum structure weighing 24.5 kg features four degrees of freedom and achieves a 22.8 m parabolic range, demonstrating successful integration of mechanical systems.
Won first place in the software challenge at the Hackathon by John Deere (SWE John Deere Monterrey). Developed innovative solutions combining mechanical engineering principles with software development.
Participated in a hackathon focused on space-related challenges, developing innovative solutions for space debris management and sustainability in aerospace applications.
Get in Touch
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, interesting projects, or collaborations in materials engineering, manufacturing, mechanical design, or aerospace applications. Whether you're looking for expertise in materials research, mechanical system design, or innovative XR/VR solutions, I'd love to hear from you.
Feel free to reach out to me at sarah.garciar@yahoo.com.mx or connect with me on LinkedIn.
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