Aero Design2013

'The Wright Stuff'

Student Team

Professional Advisors

    Adam Nelessen - Team Captain


    apn22@nau.edu

    Academic interests include theoretical and applied fluid dynamics, specifically in renewable energy and aerospace applications. Adam has interned with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory since June 2012.

    Dr. John Tester

    Associate professor specializing in rapid prototyping, production, and manufacturing.

    Aaron Lostutter - Materials Acquisition


    aal55@nau.edu

    Academic interests include manufacturing, machine design, and aerospace applications. He has held various internships with such companies as Olsson Associates and DOWL HKM.

    Dr. Tom Acker

    Professor at NAU, specializing in fluid mechanics.

    Zev Vallance - Financial Officer


    zav2@nau.edu

    Academic interests include structures and materials, with a specific focus on fabrication and assembly. Zev has interned with Raytheon Missile Systems for the past two years.

    Chuck Hebestreit - Pilot

    Chuck has a long-standing interest in model aircraft, which meant he was a perfect candidate to be our test and competition pilot

    Jacob Vincent - Academic Liason


    jtv23@nau.edu

    Academic interests include design and problem solving. Jacob's industry experience includes nuclear power and weapon systems with such notable companies as Arizona Public Service and Northrop Grumman.

    Brandon Perez - SAE Liason


    bp225@nau.edu

    Academic interests include automotive engineering and fabrication. Brandon has worked at Raytheon Missile Systems for 4 years.