David Tan

Developed C++ and Python software for IAMDSIM modeling and simulation tools, supporting model development, simulation execution, debugging, and integration across 3 software components. Resolved simulation software defects using Git, Visual Studio, Linux, and unit/integration testing, improving reliability and reducing repeat issues by approximately 15%. Supported requirements review, design, coding, code reviews, test documentation, and integration, helping reduce integration rework by about 10%.

Software Design Engineer 3 at Torch Technologies (2026-06 – Present)

• Developed C++ and Python software for IAMDSIM modeling and simulation tools, supporting model development, simulation execution, debugging, and integration across 3 software components.
• Resolved simulation software defects using Git, Visual Studio, Linux, and unit/integration testing, improving reliability and reducing repeat issues by approximately 15%.
• Supported requirements review, design, coding, code reviews, test documentation, and integration, helping reduce integration rework by about 10%.
• Collaborated with software, systems, and simulation engineers to integrate model updates.

6-DOF Modeling & Simulation Engineer at I3 (2026-03 – 2026-06)

• Developed and validated high-fidelity 6-DOF missile simulation models (C++), including implementation of autopilot control logic for LRPM and integration of guidance, sensor, and flight dynamics components across programs including Hydra-70 and APKWS; increased simulation throughput by 30%, reducing validation cycle time and enabling faster performance assessment.
• Executed verification and validation (V&V) simulation studies, translating requirements into testable scenarios and running Monte Carlo analyses to evaluate system performance; identified model discrepancies and improved accuracy, reducing rework and increasing confidence in mission-critical results.

Software Engineer at ALKU (2024-09 – 2026-01)

• Engineered high-fidelity 6-DOF missile flight dynamics simulations (C++, Python) in support of U.S. Air Force programs including the LGM-35A Sentinel program, applying numerical integration and sensor modeling to increase trajectory prediction accuracy by 25% and strengthen confidence in performance assessments.
• Diagnosed and resolved simulation inconsistencies by analyzing flight behavior and refining underlying model assumptions, improving model fidelity and reducing downstream validation effort.

Software Engineer II at Space Dynamics Laboratory (2023-01 – 2024-09)

• Implemented high-fidelity 6-DOF missile simulation components (C++, Python) within existing flight dynamics frameworks, contributing to U.S. Air Force programs including the FORGE program and supporting trajectory prediction improvements of up to 25% through physics-based modeling and numerical methods.
• Supported integration and verification of simulation models, analyzing outputs to identify inconsistencies and assist in refining system behavior, improving overall model stability and reliability.

Master of Science in Computer Science – Georgia Institute of Technology (2027-07)

MBA in Master of Business Administration – Louisiana State University (2023-12)

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – Valdosta State University (2022-12)