Khalil Elhaj

• Modified and Simulated RFIC design using HFSS 3D layout for Monte Carlo simulations for optimization of Via placement and layer etching • Designed and simulated Resonators for custom frequency output to measure permittivity as well as loss tangent for dielectrics • Developed and tested a radome using HFSS to shield a phased array antenna while minimizing propagation loss

• Utilized a PNA to prepare AFR boards for De-embedding as well as time domain analysis • Modified and simulated Coupler schematic designs to meet specifications using Ansys HFSS and PathWave RF Synthesis (Genesys) • Used MATLAB to correlate simulated designs with test data, adjusting simulations to account for real world electro magnetic effect

• Designed and simulated custom microstrip patch antenna using COMSOL Multiphysics • Simulated Branch-Line Coupler using COMSOL Multiphysics then fabricated and tested S parameters using Copper Mountain Technology VNA software • Researched microwave probe antenna for cost-effective near-field design for material characterization using C-band

• Developed solutions to optimize offshore wind power generation farms using system engineering principles, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced operational costs by 20%. • Prepared weekly reports on financial optimization strategies for offshore wind power, conducting detailed cost-benefit analyses that identified $200,000 in potential savings in logistics annually. • Conducted statistical analysis in wind power storage systems and long-range power transportation, which led to adoption of new transportation methods, resulting in a 15% increase in power storage/transmission efficiency.