Ved Vakharia
Materials & Process Engineer | R&D, Failure Analysis, Materials Qualification | Translating Aerospace & Nuclear Experience to Product Development | Metals, Ceramics, Polymers, Composites
- Role
- Materials and Proccess Engineering Consultant at Paragon Space Development Corporation
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ved Vakharia
Materials Engineer (M.S, 6+ years) with deep expertise in high-temperature materials, irradiation effects, and environmental degradation across nuclear and aerospace systems. Experienced in compiling and modeling materials data (creep, fatigue, SCC, corrosion, irradiation) and supporting qualification efforts aligned with ASME/NASA standards. Proven success leading R&D of advanced ceramics, composites, and metallic systems for extreme environments. Proficient in Python-based materials databases, statistical analysis, and technical reporting to support component manufacturing.
Experience
Materials and Proccess Engineering Consultant
Paragon Space Development Corporation
Aug 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) program • Support material selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis for HALO Environment Control and Life Support System (ECLSS). • Conduct oxygen compatibility and flammability assessments to ensure safety and compliance in critical aerospace environments. • Produce Materials Identification and Usage Lists (MIUL) and author technical documentation, manuals, and special process procedures to support manufacturing reproducibility and quality control. • Conduct trade studies, research, and data analysis to optimize material and process performance for program objectives. • Review and approv engineering drawings, technical reports, and manufacturing work orders for compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Education
UC San Diego
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering
2012 — 2017
UC San Diego
Master of Science - MS, Materials Science and Engineering
2017 — 2019
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