Adrian Halgas
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Adrian Halgas

Software/Electrical Engineer • Robotics & ML-adjacent

Summary

I'm Adrian Halgas, a Computer Science graduate student at Northeastern University. I am passionate about aerospace, robotics, machine learning and AI. I'm fascinated by everything from Boeing's 777-9 test flights to how large language models can help us develop hardware testbenches automatically. I'm on track to complete my master's degree in December 2025; along the way I've earned AWS Cloud Architecting and Cloud Foundations certifications. Whether building smarter robots, exploring AI, or dreaming up ways to power the skies, I combine hard work with curiosity and a dash of fun to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Skills

Education

Graduate

M.S. in Computer Science

Northeastern University Boston, MA
  • Focus areas: Machine Learning, Algorithms.
  • Relevant coursework: Machine Learning, Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Computing.
  • GPA 3.67

Undergraduate

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH —
  • Relevant coursework: Machine Learning, Data Science, Control Systems, Electronics.
  • Clubs/Activities: Robotics Club.
  • GPA 3.12

Experience

Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineer

Boeing Everett, WA —
  • 787/777 Interiors Systems Engineering.

Engineer II

FirstEnergy Akron, OH —
  • Created electrical layouts for high-voltage substations, including bus configuration and interconnections.
  • Utilized design software such as AutoCAD to develop single-line and three-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
  • Conducted load flow, short circuit analysis and voltage drop calculations to ensure the reliability of substation designs.
  • Performed site surveys to gather data and assess the feasibility of substation projects, and inspected existing substation equipment to identify improvements or necessary upgrades.
  • Developed project schedules and timelines to ensure timely completion of substation projects.

Distribution Operations Intern

FirstEnergy Akron, OH —
  • Shadowed experienced operators to gain hands-on experience and practical insights into control center functions.
  • Studied distribution systems and control center operations to enhance knowledge of power systems and the electric grid.
  • Collected and analyzed data related to power flow, load distribution, and system performance, identifying trends and potential issues.

Engineering Intern

NASA Cleveland, OH —
  • Supported the Research in Orbital Angular Momentum Antennas team in designing and setting up experiments to generate and test the purity of OAM modes generated and multiplexed via various methods.
  • Used specialized equipment such as a vector network analyzer to perform characterization of RF components.
  • Developed a MATLAB algorithm to control a gimbal system for precise positioning and alignment of the antenna.
  • Integrated the control algorithm with hardware to ensure smooth and accurate operation of the gimbal system; achieved positioning accuracy of 0.01 degrees.

Awards & Certifications