Resume
Skills
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Marine hydraulic systems engineering, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
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Embedded systems design, production, and programming.
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Data science focused on analysis, management, and curation.
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Engineering research, development, innovation, and testing.
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Rapid prototyping.
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Computer aided design and machining.
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Real time and retrospective data analysis for system troubleshooting.
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Strategic business management focused on efficiency.
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Creative problem solving.
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Hand and power tools usage.
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Powerboat and heavy machinery operation.
Professional Experience
Hydraulic and Mechanical Technician at Armada Global
Barcelona, January 2025 - Present
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Removal, servicing, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and mechanical components on superyachts and megayachts.
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Fabrication, testing, and certification of hydraulic hoses for superyachts and megayachts.
Hydraulic Technician at NYYC American Magic, US Challenger for the 37th America’s Cup
Barcelona, October 2022 - December 2024
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Installation, testing, development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems on AC40 and AC75 sailboats.
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Assistance to the head of the hydraulics department with administrative and logistical needs.
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Lead hydraulic engineer and project manager on an AC75 hydraulic cradle project.
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Helped build and take down the team base in Barcelona.
Avionics Electronic Technician Apprentice at Guatronics
Guatemala City, June 2022 - September 2022
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Installation, programming, and calibration of navigation and communication systems on multiple aircraft.
Hydraulic and Drivetrain Technician at SailGP
October 2021 - June 2022
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Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and drivetrain systems across the fleet of F50 sailboats.
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Standardized troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for hydraulic systems across the fleet.
Airplane Fuselage Technician Apprentice at Aeropinter
Guatemala City, October 2021
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Maintenance and painting of aluminum, fiberglass, and carbon fiber fuselages in multiple aircraft.
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Social Media Manager and Public Relations for the Guatemalan Jaguars SSL Gold Cup Team
October 2020 - October 2021
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Management of social media platforms through content creation based on community data analysis for audience growth and increase of engagement in order to promote the team's participation within the Star Sailors League Gold Cup.​
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Drafting and approval of any press releases and interviews relating to team members.
Professional Sailor at the Guatemalan Sailing Association and Guatemalan Olympic Committee
August 2018 - September 2022
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Campaign for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the Nacra 17 sailboat.
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Participated in National Championships, Central American and Caribbean Games, Junior Pan American Games, Pan American Games, World Championships, and World Cups, among other important regattas.
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Coach for the Nacra 17 Guatemalan Olympic Sailing Team
Guatemala, October 2018 - January 2019
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Coach during the 2018-2019 pre-season in preparation for the Midwinter and Miami World Cup.
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Aeronautical Mechanic Apprentice for Beechcraft
Guatemala City, June 2018 - July 2018
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Maintenance of airframe and powerplant components in multiple aircraft.
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Freelance Kiteboard Instructor
2017 -2022
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​Private classes for beginner riders of all ages.
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Wakeboard and Wakeskate Instructor at Laguna Wake Park
Guatemala, 2016 - 2018
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Summer camp head coach.
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Private instructor for beginner and advanced rider from ages 4 to 40.
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Freelance Community Manager and Webpage Designer
2015 - 2021
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Management of multiple social media platforms for a diverse portfolio of clients through content creation based on community data analysis for audience growth and increase of engagement.
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Webpage design and development for a diverse portfolio of clients.​​
education & certifications
Postgraduate Degree from FabLab Barcelona at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia accredited by University of Lleida (45 ECTS)
2025 (Present)
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Marine Fluid Power Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Science from the Michael Polanyi College at Universidad Francisco Marroquin
2020 - 2024​
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Strategic Business Management
Specialization from Universidad Europea del Atlántico (38 ECTS)
2019 - 2021
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Data Science
Professional Certificate from HarvardX
2021 - 2022
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Occupational Risk Prevention for Construction, Repair, and Maintenance Work in Shipyards and Docks
Diploma from Risk XXI (External Prevention Service with number SP 038 B in accordance with Spanish Law 31/1995 on the Prevention of Occupational Risks).
2025
Occupational Risk Prevention for Maintenance Mechanics
Diploma from Risk XXI (External Prevention Service with number SP 038 B in accordance with Spanish Law 31/1995 on the Prevention of Occupational Risks).
2025
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Private Pilot
Diploma of Theoretical Requirements for the Private Pilot License from Aeroclub de Guatemala
2022
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Redaction of Scientific Articles
Diploma from the Confederación Deportiva Autónoma Guatemalteca
2023
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Life Skills: Assertive Communication, Protocol, Entrepreneurship, and Finance
Diploma from the Escuela de Negocios de Alto Nivel at Universidad Panamericana
2020
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Comprehensive Development of the Athlete
Diploma from the Panamerican Business School Online
2020
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Life Plan and Values for the Comprehensive Strengthening of the Athlete
Diploma from the Comite Olimpico Guatemalteco and the Confederación Deportiva Autónoma Guatemalteca
2023
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Data Literacy Foundations
Certificate from the Rochester Institute of Technology
2021
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Data Representation and Visualization in Tableau
Certificate from the Rochester Institute of Technology
2021
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Specialized Data Curation
Training program from the Data Curation Network by the Institute of Museum and Library Services
2023