“I'm excited to learn from the engineers at SpaceX, to support Dragon, and to gain insight into the space industry through the eyes of current commercial space leaders”

Ruperto Hernández discusses his inspiring career journey and his aspirations to become an astronaut.

WindBorne has already earned millions of dollars in revenue by contracting with government agencies. With the new forecasting capability, it plans to go after the commercial market.

Arauzo plans to get a master’s degree and then work in NewSpace where he looks forward to solving thermal challenges.

Katherine Anderson is an undergraduate student in the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering.

Chandra looks forward to the opportunity to expand her knowledge of the aerospace industry and venture further into the unknown.

“I’m really looking forward to learning from and working with other people who have a passion for space exploration like me,” Sabrina Mayor explained.

Brown hopes to be a successful industry leader to usher in the next generation of commercial space access.

ASDL Director said, “We are proud that Keven has been selected for the 2024 class and know he will make the most of this incredible experience.”

Ryann Hee, Ruth Davis, and Jacob Rodriguez are among the class of 2024.

Mechanical and aerospace engineering students Ben Kim, Isabel Kim and Vraj Patel have been selected as 2024 Matthew Isakowitz Fellows.

Thomas González Roberts is an astrodynamicist who studies satellite behavior.

“Congratulations to the winners — all of whom possess the leadership and STEM skills needed to bring innovation to our industry.”