Nicholas Man
About Nicholas Man
Nicholas Man is an Aeroacoustic Engineer II currently employed at Supernal in Irvine, California. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering roles, including internships and positions at Zodiac Aerospace and Safran.
Current Role at Supernal
Nicholas Man serves as an Aeroacoustic Engineer II at Supernal, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on rotor acoustics calculations and computational aeroacoustics simulations. His work supports various design phases by applying first principles to develop acoustics tools of different fidelity levels. He operates from Irvine, California, contributing to the company's advancements in aerospace technology.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Prior to his current role, Nicholas Man gained extensive experience in the aerospace sector. He worked at Zodiac Aerospace in multiple capacities, including as a Mockup and Prototype Design Engineer Intern and a Mechanical Engineer Intern. His tenure at Zodiac Aerospace spanned from 2015 to 2019, where he developed skills in mechanical engineering and acoustics. He also interned at Safran as an Acoustics and Vibrations Engineer Intern and later as an Acoustics Engineer from 2019 to 2021.
Educational Background
Nicholas Man completed his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering at California State University, Long Beach, from 2014 to 2018. He furthered his education at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, where he studied Automotive Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. During this time, he participated in an exchange program in 2017, which lasted for 11 months, enhancing his academic and practical knowledge in engineering.
Skills and Expertise in Acoustics
Nicholas Man specializes in acoustics within the aerospace engineering field. His responsibilities include evaluating component test data and vehicle flight test data to enhance analytical predictions and modeling. He applies his knowledge of acoustics to improve designs and simulations, ensuring that they meet the necessary performance standards. His expertise is crucial in the development of quieter and more efficient aerospace systems.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the aerospace industry, Nicholas Man worked as a barista at Portola Coffee Lab from 2014 to 2015. This early experience provided him with customer service skills and a foundational work ethic. His transition into engineering began with internships at Zodiac Aerospace and Safran, where he developed practical skills that would support his future roles in aerospace engineering.