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About Us
Our Activities
What Do We Do?
We offer a variety of activities to help students learn, network, and grow in the field of rocketry.
Workshops
Hands-on workshops covering rocket design, propulsion systems, and manufacturing techniques. Learn practical skills from experienced members.
Industry Events
Connect with professionals in the aerospace industry through guest lectures, site visits, and networking events with leading companies.
Social Events
Build friendships and team spirit through social gatherings, team building activities, and celebrations of our achievements.
Our Story
Our Journey
From humble beginnings to launching rockets that reach new heights.
2024 - Foundation
UARC was established by Laura with a vision to bring rocketry to the University of Auckland.
2025 - First Launch
Successfully launched our first rocket, marking a major milestone in our club's history and proving our engineering capabilities.
2 - Years Active
Continuing to push boundaries with advanced rocket designs, expanded team, and growing influence in the aerospace community.
Meet The Team
Our Executive Team
Meet the dedicated leaders driving UARC forward with their passion for rocketry and aerospace engineering.
2026
Xander Snyman
President
I am a 4th Year Mechanical Engineering student who serves as the current president of UARC. I am passionate about aerospace and aerospace education , looking to create a platform for students to get hands on experience and learn in a club environment.
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Zac Ginever
Vice President
I am a final year mechatronics student and founding member of the rocketry club. I am responsible for managing a variety of projects within the club to help ensure that we continue to grow into the future. I initially joined the club due to my interest in aerospace, and the rocketry club has helped me grow that interest into being able to build and launch actual rockets.
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Daniel Lobo
Treasurer
Hi my name is Daniel and I’m the treasurer for UARC. I am a Part IV Mechatronics engineering student also do a Bachelor of Commerce. I manage all things finance in the club and have a keen interest in rockets and aerospace.
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Kenneth Li
Secretary
Hi, I'm Kenneth, a second-year Mechatronics student and the Secretary of UARC. I keep the club organised behind the scenes, managing meeting minutes, room bookings, and coordinating our Level 1 rocket build events.
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Kevil Paul
Structural Team Lead
I am a Final year Mechanical Engineering student, leading the structural subgroup. I oversee the designing and manufacturing of components and their integration with other subgroups for our rocket builds.
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Raaghav Batra
Control Systems Team Lead
I am a final-year Mechatronics Engineering student at the University of Auckland passionate about building systems where software, electronics, and mechanics converge. Driven by a goal to create a hands-on aerospace platform on campus, I co-founded the UoA Rocketry Club alongside peers to design, build, and launch high-powered rockets. As the Control Systems Team Lead, I manage a cross-disciplinary team of seven developing an active drag control system for the 2026 Australian Universities Rocket Competition, focusing on multi-subsystem integration and mentoring peers through complex technical challenges.
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Joshua Leevers
Lead Avionics Engineer
PIII Computer Systems, Lead Avionics Engineer presiding over all Flight Computer Systems. Principal Engineer in the development of an SRAD for the purposes of Rocketry Telemetry and Control. Passionate about Radio and Embedded Systems firmware with my expertise being levied for the development of a successful flight computer
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Stacie Choe
Social Lead
I’m UARC’s Social Lead and part of the recovery team. We love to plan technical events teaching students on how to build amateur rockets by applying engineering knowledge!
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Brandon Yiu
Sponsorship Director
Hi! I'm Brandon, a 4th year mechatronics engineering student and I reach out to secure new sponsorship opportunities for the club! I joined UARC because I'm passionate about control systems, and helping build student communities where we can do fun things!
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Marketing Lead
I am a part 4 Mechanical Engineering student with a passion in media.
Jerry Kim
Average Software Engineer
Hi! I'm Jerry, a Part 4 Software Engineering student and my role in the club involves dipping my hands into pretty much anything remotely software-related, like developing this website or just jumping in to help wherever I can because I love rockets + space.
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Our Achievements
Milestones that showcase our commitment to excellence in rocketry.
20+
Rockets Launched
50+
Members
900m+
Maximum Altitude
1
Competition
How We Work
Our Team Structure
Organised teams working together to achieve our rocketry goals.
Ground Station Team
Manage launch operations, tracking systems, and communication with rockets during flight.
- Launch coordination
- Telemetry tracking
- Communication systems
Recovery Team
Develop parachute systems and recovery mechanisms to safely return rockets to the ground.
- Parachute design
- Deployment mechanisms
- Landing zone analysis
Structural Team
Design and manufacture rocket airframes, ensuring structural integrity and aerodynamic efficiency.
- Airframe design
- Material selection
- Manufacturing processes
Avionics Team
Handle all electronic systems including flight computers, sensors, and communication systems.
- Flight computer programming
- Sensor integration
- Telemetry systems
Control Systems Team
Design and implement guidance, navigation, and control systems for rocket stability and trajectory.
- Guidance algorithms
- Navigation systems
- Flight control
Ready to Join?
Whether you're an experienced engineer or just starting your journey in aerospace, there's a place for you in UARC.