Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Languages
Additional Information
Timeline
Contact
Generic
Nicoleta Railean

Nicoleta Railean

Torino,Italy

Summary

Master’s student in Aerospace Engineering, passionate about aerospace materials, space medicine, and aerodynamics. Experienced in composites, manufacturing, and aerodynamics through student teams at Politecnico di Torino and RMIT University. Currently completing a thesis on “Ground Effect on Hovera” at RMIT, with graduation expected in December 2025.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master’s Thesis Researcher

06.2025 - Current
  • Conducting research on Ground Effect on Hovera, integrating experimental testing with CFD simulations (ANSYS Fluent).
  • Developing analytical and computational models to evaluate and optimize aerodynamic performance.


RUASRT Student Team Member

07.2025 - Current
  • Contributing to projects on drones and composite-material aircraft, focusing on materials testing and structural optimization.
  • Enhanced knowledge of composite structures and advanced manufacturing techniques.
  • Applied prior experience from S55 Team at Politecnico di Torino to support interdisciplinary team efforts.


S55 Student Team Member

10.2024 - Current
  • Gained hands-on experience in composite materials and structural design.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to optimize manufacturing processes and integrate components into the final prototype.


Student Staff Member - Volunteer

10.2024 - 10.2024

During the 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) I attended several conferences where the latest technological advancements in the space sector were presented. This experience gave me the chance to broaden my perspective and learn new things about the space industry.


Student Staff Member

AIDAA - The Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics
09.2024 - 09.2024

This experience allowed me to immerse myself into the world of aerospace by listening to various conferences held by speakers from different parts of the world, which enabled me to learn new concepts related to aerodynamics and space propulsion, two subject I am very passionate about.


Inbound Warehouse Associate

07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Sorted packages for robotic systems, ensuring accurate and efficient operations.
  • Maintained a safe and organized workspace in a high-paced logistics environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipment targets.


Outbound Call Center Agent

09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Conducted outbound calls to promote and sell insurance policies to prospective clients.
  • Provided detailed explanations of policy features and benefits, tailoring offers to customer needs.
  • Implemented feedback from supervisors to continually improve call quality and overall performance.


Intern

06.2019 - 07.2019

I was placed in the Production Engineering Department, where I acquired skills related to business logistics, support for production lines, and gained basic knowledge of company software.


Intern

09.2018 - 06.2019

During this internship, I had the opportunity to gain work experience.

I acquired knowledge of the valves produced by the company, following various production processes such as design, defect analysis, and quality control.

Education

Master’s Degree - Aerospace Engineering

Politecnico Di Torino

Bachelor’s Degree - Aerospace Engineering

Politecnico Di Torino
07.2023

High School Diploma - Mechatronics, Robotics And Automation

ITTS Carlo Grassi
06.2020

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Organized & Efficient
  • Multidisciplinary Communication

Certification


  • Robotic Licence "Use and Programming" issued by Comau in November 2018
  • IELTS B2
  • "Diplomati eccellenti tecnici e professionali" Certification issued by Camera di Commercio, Torino in June 2021

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Romanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Additional Information

Developed strong technical skills through academic and project-based experience:

  • Proficient in MATLAB, SolidWorks, and CFD simulations
  • Hands-on experience with composite materials and advanced manufacturing techniques
  • Knowledge of 3D printing and manufacturing processes

Through my coursework at Politecnico di Torino, I have also developed a strong interest in space medicine and innovative aerospace technologies, complementing my technical expertise with multidisciplinary insights.

I am highly organized, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in collaborative team environments.

Timeline

RUASRT Student Team Member

07.2025 - Current

Master’s Thesis Researcher

06.2025 - Current

S55 Student Team Member

10.2024 - Current

Student Staff Member - Volunteer

10.2024 - 10.2024

Student Staff Member

AIDAA - The Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics
09.2024 - 09.2024

Inbound Warehouse Associate

07.2023 - 10.2023

Outbound Call Center Agent

09.2019 - 07.2020

Intern

06.2019 - 07.2019

Intern

09.2018 - 06.2019

High School Diploma - Mechatronics, Robotics And Automation

ITTS Carlo Grassi

Master’s Degree - Aerospace Engineering

Politecnico Di Torino

Bachelor’s Degree - Aerospace Engineering

Politecnico Di Torino

Contact

I am passionate about space medicine, aerospace materials, and aerodynamics. I am particularly interested in pursuing a post-graduate internship or a PhD program to deepen my knowledge in these areas and contribute to innovative research projects. I am eager to apply my academic background and project experience to real-world challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and further developing my expertise in aerospace engineering.

Nicoleta Railean