Freddie Knight
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A dedicated second-year Aerospace and Astronautical Engineering student at the University of Southampton, combining strong academic grounding with practical engineering experience. Proficient in SolidWorks CAD design and trained in workshop machining, I have developed a keen interest in the intersection of design, manufacture, and innovation. My previous placement at Lucy Group strengthened my commitment to pursuing a career in aerospace and mechanical engineering, and I am now seeking a summer internship to further develop my technical and professional skills.
About Me
A dedicated second-year Aerospace and Astronautical Engineering student at the University of Southampton, combining strong academic grounding with practical engineering experience. Proficient in SolidWorks CAD design and trained in workshop machining, I have developed a keen interest in the intersection of design, manufacture, and innovation. My previous placement at Lucy Group strengthened my commitment to pursuing a career in aerospace and mechanical engineering, and I am now seeking a summer internship to further develop my technical and professional skills.
CV
September 2025 - Present
Monster Energy
July 2023 - April 2024
Shore Medical, Bournemouth
Education
2024 - Current
2016 - 2023
Portfolio
The second year group project; focused on designing and manufacturing a CubeSat and accompanying LFEP. Including technical design decisions, controller implementation and a collaborative VIVA presentation.
First year individual project, focused on designing a high-efficiency UAV wing using XFLR5. The project included aerodynamic analysis, design development, and a portfolio documenting the process, supported by a scale model.
A-Level product design coursework; focused on designing and manufacturing a mountain bike rack which securely holds valuable bikes without damaging the frame.
Portfolio Detail
As part of the SESA2030 Advanced Aerospace Systems Design module, I worked in a team to design, manufacture, and test a prototype CubeSat system with yaw-attitude control and low-friction motion capability. The project required a CubeSat mounted on a Low-Friction Environment Platform, which could control yaw using a custom reaction wheel, collect performance data, and complete both light-tracking and motion-based tests.
My main contribution was the design and manufacture of the Low-Friction Environment Platform. This involved developing a lightweight, stable, and efficient platform layout while working within strict mass, dimensional, centre-of-gravity, fan placement, and safety constraints. The design also had to support hover fans, translational thrusters, electronics, and easy access for assembly and testing.
The LFEP performed very successfully during testing, achieving the fastest average speed in the cohort and scoring the highest in the low-friction motion assessment. This result reflected the effectiveness of the platform's design, manufacturing quality, and overall motion efficiency.
This project strengthened my experience in practical aerospace systems engineering, particularly in mechanical design, manufacturing, prototype testing, and making design decisions under real performance constraints.
It was also very rewarding to see our project showcased at the University of Southampton 2026 Design Show. It was used as an example of the Year 2 project.
Contact
I'm always open to discussing engineering opportunities, project work, placements, and collaborations.
