Experience

I am a PhD candidate in the Aerospace Technology doctoral programme at the University of Vigo.

My thesis, Belief-state and world-model-based learning for autonomous aerial systems in partially observable environments, designs, develops and analyses belief-state and world-model learning methods to improve how autonomous aerial systems act and adapt online when information is incomplete.

The work focuses on high-uncertainty scenarios, training agents to act in unknown environments, under unknown conditions, and alongside unknown teammates and adversaries — where current methods struggle to adapt and generalise.

ATRG (Aerospace Technology Research Group) is a research group at the University of Vigo with more than 17 years of experience behind high-impact space missions, including XatCobeo, Spain's first nanosatellite, HUMESAT-D, and Lume-1.

My contribution focuses on artificial intelligence, particularly across projects spanning both the aeronautical and space domains. Some of the projects I have worked on so far include AI models for aerospace vehicles, such as onboard computer vision, pose estimation and self-training pipelines based on weak labelling.

I also completed my Master's thesis here on multi-agent AI, using drone systems as a case study to analyse interaction during learning and deployment — the starting point of what is now my PhD research.

I teach as a lecturer at the School of Aerospace Engineering (EEAE) of the University of Vigo.

This academic year I teach Real-Time Systems, Aerospace Technology, and Propulsion Systems.

XISTRA is a deep-tech AI startup built around a single thesis: true intelligence emerges from the capacity to learn autonomously, not from data alone.

The project is still at a very early stage, and I am nurturing it with the care it deserves through my PhD and research. It will become public in the future.

I worked full-time as a trainee engineer at Aguia Analítica Avanzada, a Galician data analysis startup that applies state-of-the-art AI algorithms to drone imagery to assess road surface conditions.

During this time, I worked on the modelling and implementation of computer vision neural networks, as well as data processing and process automation, gaining first-hand experience in the development of an early-stage R&D project.

UVigo Aerotech is a student team at the University of Vigo, the only one of its kind in Galicia, dedicated to developing aerospace technologies for research and competition. During my time with the team, I led our participation in five fixed-wing drone competitions, developing five different aircraft, including MOBULA-0, Spain's first competition flying wing.

I also founded the Research & Development group, focused on pioneering technologies such as experimental AI models, morphing wing materials, and simulation software to support the rest of the team. I currently remain involved as an advisor.

I worked with the Formula Student team at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, contributing to the Modelling & Performance department. I helped develop a new on-track vehicle simulator, enabling its use for early-stage decision-making and complex optimisations throughout each season's car development.

Additionally, I contributed to optimising the development of the car's aeromap, reducing the time required and improving fidelity through statistical and modelling techniques.

Working with the Board, I helped shape the vision for AEAE, Spain's leading association for aeronautics and space engineering students. I co-organised four national congresses, managed corporate relations, and coordinated nationwide workshops for Aero Design, Formula Student, and Rocketry teams.

A highlight was the XXVII Congress in Ourense (March 2023), the first held at my home school, which achieved record-breaking attendance.

I was elected as the main representative of more than 250 students at the School of Aerospace Engineering. I coordinated and promoted a new series of events aimed at connecting the school with industry through conferences, courses, and professional talks.

One standout initiative was the I EEAE Alumni Forum, which brought together over 200 attendees for a series of talks by former students, strengthening the link between alumni and current generations.