Alexander Kidston

Education

Carleton University - Bachelor of Engineering Co-op Option (Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering) (BEng Hons)  2023-2028 

• A average, Deans' Honour List
• President's Scholarship

• Entrance scholarship (90%+/$16,000)

• Henry Marshall Tory Award

Nepean High School -  Ontario Scholar, Silver Medalist Graduate (90+% average), 2019-2023

Fluent in English and French

STEM/ENGINEERING 

Carleton University - Virtual Ventures STEM Outreach Program,  Engineering Instructor (May 2024 and Present)

• Research and develop innovative workshops on engineering and scientific subjects 
• Manage budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and maintaining cost-effectiveness while delivering high-quality programs

• Deliver outreach programs and activities, including workshops and after-school sessions, using an engineering and technology curriculum to engage community youth

Carleton University - Virtual Ventures STEM camps, Volunteer (Summer 2022)

• Assisted in the delivery of STEM programming at summer camp, including leading kids camps and engaging with them on hands-on activities where campers have the opportunity to explore STEM subjects.

Ottawa University Engineering Outreach STEM camps, Volunteer (Summer 2022)

• Assisted in the delivery of STEM programming at summer camp, including leading kids camps and engaging with them on hands-on activities where campers have the opportunity to explore STEM subjects.

Work 

Engineering Instructor, Carleton University Virtual Ventures STEM Outreach Program (May 2024-Present)

Courses/Training/Apps

Project samples

C-ENG-C Engineering Competition Nov 2025 – Nov 2025
• Led a multi-disciplinary student team to design and build a rapid-prototyped line-following robot that operated
without the use of wheels
• Created system architecture and control logic for sensor integration, path detection, and autonomous navigation
• Documented design decisions, test results, and performance metrics for a final presentation for judges and
technical review
• Coordinated mechanical, electrical, and software members to ensure consistent progress and integration

Electric Cart

Dec 2024-Present

Ottawa, Ontario

• Apply mechanical skills to design, assemble, and test components, enhancing understanding and practical experience in electric vehicle engineering
• Create working drawing in CAD software, ensuring the electric cart is built correctly and functions as intended
• Develop a PCB for the mechanical assembly of the cart to control various functions and display important telemetry, ensuring precise control and monitoring

Engineering Design 

Sept 2024-Dec 2024

Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario

• Designed a robot in CAD software to grab an egg six feet in the air; using teamwork and mechatronics knowledge, built a remotely controlled car with an arm
• Created a front-end interface using Python and HTML to control the robot through campus WiFi, utilizing a mobile hotspot as a middleman
• Applied electrical engineering knowledge to wirelessly power the microcontroller and individual components

UAVs, Drones, and FPV

Aug 2022-Present

Ottawa, Ontario

• Advanced RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) certification - Transport Canada
• Create autonomous UAVs and drones by leveraging knowledge of GPS and related software
• Build, modify, and repair drones using expertise in their individual components

• Pilot drones in first-person view using analog video and a LoRa-based control link, suitable for freestyle flying, racing, or cinematography with custom 3D parts

• Apply telecommunication skills to achieve optimal control in urban environments, addressing issues such as cross-polarization, multipath propagation, diffraction losses, and signal loss

Community

CU InSpace, Propulsion subteam​​​​​www.cuinspace.ca/

We are CU InSpace, Carleton University's rocket engineering design team. We are a team of students dedicated to designing, building and flying high powered rockets. 

• Designed and tested propulsion systems, leading to a projected successful launch and providing valuable hands-on experience for team members
• Directed the assembly and testing of rocket propulsion components, enhancing safety protocols and improving overall systems
• Created wax fuel grain for the rocket engine and assisted in designing and developing the oxidizer system for testing 

Concrete Canoe Club, Analysis Executive​​​​​ instagram.com/conccanoecarleton

The Carleton Concrete Canoe Team is a team of interdisciplinary students whose goal is to design and complete a canoe composed primarily of concrete through a series of in-water races. For over 24 years, Canadian universities have been building concrete canoes for a national race held by the Canadian Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE). 

• Conduct presentations to engage incoming members with the group's goals and encourage active participation
• Teach members to use SolidWorks, Fusion, and ANSYS for CAD modeling and fluid simulations, preparing them for engineering careers
• Utilize computer software to design and create a concrete canoe, incorporating principles of structural engineering and material science

CUEsports, Executive Game Head Executivewww.cuesports.club

• Coordinate competitive events and communications between top Canadian and U.S. institutions for league play.