Aaron J. Pung, Ph.D.

Data Scientist
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Actionable Insights through Data Analytics

With a decade of experience, I’ve built a data science career focused on extracting insights from complex datasets. My award-winning analysis software showcases my ability to develop innovative AI/ML solutions for real-world challenges. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills across 35 publications and four patents, I create predictive models and visualization tools that transform complex information into actionable intelligence for multiple industries.

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Data Analytics

Expert in developing data processing algorithms to transform raw data into clear, actionable insights

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Digital Twinning

Highly specialized in developing robust validated digital twins for real-world electromagnetic environments.

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AI / ML / LLM

Developing cutting-edge machine learning models for signal processing and pattern recognition

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Physics-driven Simulations

10+ years in numerical simulations includes CAD modeling, attribution, simulation, and data interpretation.

Internationally Recognized

I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with amazing teams at Slingshot Aerospace, Space Dynamics Laboratory, and Sandia National Laboratories over the past decade. My work developing data analysis tools recently led to a U.S.-UK Science and Technology Cooperation Award for the Bermuda Triangle Experiment (March 2024). It’s been incredibly rewarding to see how our analytical approaches have helped solve real-world challenges and push the boundaries of what’s possible with modern data science techniques.

My Recent Projects

Aaron Pung in Olten, Italy

Aircraft Delay Prediction 
Supervised Learning

  • Conventional analytics
  • Supervised Learning analysis
  • Multi-airline trend analysis 
  • Single-carrier detailed analysis
  • Coded in Python
A foggy forest

Hyperlocal Fog Prediction
Supervised Learning

  • Data-driven ML
  • Supervised Learning analysis
  • Hyperlocalized weather
  • 97% accuracy achieved
  • Coded in Python

Testimonials

“In Aaron’s short time with our company, he has dived head first into countless tasks with nothing but excitement and enthusiasm. When he presents updates on his work, his passion for exploring new ideas is always evident.”

Casey Mills, Ph.D.

“I sincerely appreciate Aaron’s work on our projects – with his help, we’ve come a long way in understanding what’s feasible. Aaron has done a great job digging in to see what’s possible whilst picking up a whole new skillset.”

Jeff Shaddix

“A high-five to @AaronPung for being the weather data maestro and getting me the perfect dataset in record time!”

Clarice Reid

“Aaron has a voracious passion for problem solving and has no problem diving into challenges that stretch beyond his current expertise. He is a strong teammate that can cut to the point in technical discussions without ambiguity, and his attention to detail drives his success in his work without slowing his progress. For mission-critical solutions, there is no other engineer I’d rather have in my corner than Aaron.”

Steve Szklany, Ph.D.

“This was the smoothest proposal effort I have ever seen thus far. An especially large shoutout to Aaron Pung, whome was really driving the tech volume like a seasoned proposal tech lead pro!”

Steven Stankevich

Aaron is clearly motivated to succeed in whatever technical role he is planted. His passion and curiosity for exploring tough problems in optics, RF, polarimetry, and other domains was palpable throughout my time working with him at Slingshot Aerospace. I consider motivation and curiosity to be some of the most important factors for an R&D-type person, and Aaron has these in spades.

Maye Rockne, Ph.D.