Build prototype iPhone accessory

UW CS undergrad looking for an electrical eng/hardware hacker to help out with a summer project. Im looking from someone who can interface some hardware with the iPhone. Basically I need my app to control a liner actuator via the 30 pin connector. [Prereqs] Experience prototyping Experience working with Apple's 30 pin connector Basic understanding of obj-c Experience working with the Apple's external accessory framework is a plus Being in Seattle or around it would be a huge plus This is my first time doing a hardware project so help me out if i sound clueless. Thanks!