Daniel Brooks
About Daniel Brooks
Daniel Brooks is a Structural Engineer with a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky. He specializes in integrating transient thermal effects into structural models for supersonic airfoil structures and has over seven years of experience in the field.
Current Role at Belcan
Daniel Brooks has been employed as a Structural Engineer at Belcan since 2017. In this role, he specializes in the integration of transient thermal effects into structural models for supersonic airfoil structures. His expertise contributes to the development and analysis of advanced aerospace components, ensuring structural integrity and performance under varying thermal conditions.
Previous Experience at Hitachi Automotive Systems
Prior to his current position, Daniel worked at Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. as an Industrial Engineer from 2015 to 2017. He also served as an Engineering Intern at the same company from 2014 to 2015. His responsibilities included conducting structural analysis and contributing to engineering projects that focused on improving manufacturing processes and product design.
Graduate Research at University of Kentucky
In 2015, Daniel Brooks worked as a Graduate Researcher at the University of Kentucky for six months. During this time, he engaged in research activities that supported his academic pursuits in Mechanical Engineering, further enhancing his understanding of structural engineering principles.
Educational Background in Engineering
Daniel Brooks earned a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, studying from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, focusing on structural repairs and modifications of composite rotary wings and initial sizing and structural analysis of propulsion and airframe components.
Early Career at YMCA Camp Carson
Before pursuing his engineering career, Daniel served as a Senior Counselor at YMCA Camp Carson from 2010 to 2011. This role involved mentoring and supervising campers, which contributed to his leadership skills and ability to work effectively in team environments.