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Maxime Grousseau

Major in Mechanical Engineering / Minor in Aerospace Engineering / FAA Certified Private Pilot

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Who am I?

As a current pilot and mechanical/aerospace engineering student, I bring a unique blend of hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. With a passion for volunteering and a penchant for research projects, I thrive in multidisciplinary environments, constantly seeking to broaden my horizons and make a difference in the world.

What am I curious about or working on?

Whether I am curious about fluid dynamics, material and stress analysis, software creation, VR and dynamic 3D tracking and rigging, or any discipline in between, I always ensure my understanding of the subject is the best it can be. Fluency in both French and English have given me access to more resources to expand my knowledge, just as learning Japanese allows me to view the world - and projects - from a different point of view.

What am I doing currently?

I am an undergraduate student at McGill University working towards a Mechanical Engineering Major and Aerospace Engineering Minor. As the Co-President of the McGill Institute for Aerospace Engineering (MIAE), I am working to connect students in engineering with organizations, professors, and companies in Aerospace engineering and expand the reach of McGill's Aerospace sphere of influence.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Minor in Aerospace Engineering

May 2026 (expected)

MIAE Co-President

McGill University

Academy of Science and Technology graduate

High School Diploma

Award-winning competitor at the Texas State Science Fair.

Participated in the Japanese Club for two years, and VP for a third year.

The Woodlands College Park High School

French Baccalaureate

Math, Physics, and Chemistry Specialties

15.15/20 average, awarded mention "très bien."

Received 1 year in advance.

Candidat Libre - External Candidate

Experience

McGill Institute for Aerospace Engineering

Co-President (April 2024 - Present)

Managed student executive council in the creation and carrying out of events year-round to promote aerospace at McGill.

Spread recognition of McGill’s aerospace sector through the creation of a WAI chapter, liaison of aerospace organizations at McGill and abroad, and expanded event awareness and access between undergraduate and graduate aerospace students.

VP External (September 2023 - April 2024)

Acted as liaison between the MIAE and dozens of international companies and McGill professors to organize events.

Directed and arranged AeroFair, a job fair featuring 10+ companies and 150+ students for internship and job prospects.

Houston Wing Commemorative Air Force

Current Colonel with CAF

Cadet - West Houston Wing

Aided in the annual maintenance of an AT-6, a hundred-hour long rigorous check of the aircraft’s systems.

Restored damaged systems of a Fairchild PT-19, a two-seat trainer aircraft built 70+ years ago, to a flight worthy condition.

Led a team in the overhaul of a 1930’s Pratt & Whitney R-985 radial engine to use as a static display in the CAF’s Museum.

Presented in Warbird Weekend, a fundraising event hosted by the CAF Houston wing in 2021 and 2022 to raise tens of thousands of dollars used for keeping their old aircraft flight worthy.

Represented the Houston Wing branch of the CAF as a volunteer at the Wings Over Houston Airshow in 2021.

CAF West Houston Wing 2021 "Cadet of the Year" Award Recipent

Kohl's Corporation

Sales Associate (May 2024 - August 2024)

Delivered excellent results in a fast-paced, ever changing work environment to create an easier and faster shopping experience.

Provided personal customer service to ensure the best possible customer experiences and fast checkout times.

Huntsman Corporation

Intern (June 2021)

Interned remotely due to Covid-19.

Investigated the use of varying materials to reduce chemical, thermal, and physical stresses in chemical refinement equipment.

Analyzed Process Flow Diagrams for chemical plants that process millions of dollars of chemicals every year.

Awards

Magna Cum Laude High School Graduate

Graduated in top 5% of high school graduating class.

First Place winner at SCI://TECH Region Science Fair

Made a small, low-power wind tunnel with zinc sheets, and tested the lift generated by various paper and balsa wood wing sections.

CAF West Houston Wing 2021 "Cadet of the Year" Award Recipient.

For the continued support and acute willingness to help with anything necessary to keep the planes flying.

2020 Rice University Aerospace and Aviation Academy Invited Scholar.

2022 Academy of Science and Technology Engineering and Design Award Recipent.

For the demonstration of a high level of knowledge and great success in engineering project design.

2024 Public Award for the Mech292 Class Design Competition.

For the excellent design and creation of an arduino robot to fulfill certain tasks on a set match board.

Skills

Private Pilot Aircraft Operations

Owner of FAA Private Pilot's License, Issued August 2022: ID-4544220

CFR Title 14 Regulation Proficiency

Has working understanding of FAA regulations for airplane/helicopter design and piloting requirements.

Proficiency in Various Programming/Script/Command Line Languages

Python - HTML/CSS - C++

Proficiency in Various CAD/CAM/CFD Software

Solidworks - MasterCAM - ANSYS Fluent - Fusion360

Resin/Plastic 3D Printing

Including model creation and slicing

Proficiency in Various Languages

English(fluent) - French(fluent) - Spanish(Intermediate) - Japanese(Intermediate)

Proficiency in Various Soft Skills

Sales - Customer Service - Communication - Project Management - Critical Thinking - Time Management

Proficiency in Video Capture/Creation Software

OBS - DaVinci Resolve

Proficiency in Technical Writing