Alex Cusianovic
About Alex Cusianovic
Alex Cusianovic is a Propulsion Test Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, with a background in aerospace engineering and experience at SpaceX and UCLA.
Propulsion Test Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN
Alex Cusianovic currently serves as a Propulsion Test Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. He started this role in 2020, based in Van Horn, Texas. In this position, Alex is responsible for testing and validating propulsion systems to meet the rigorous demands of space travel.
Work Experience at UCLA Laser Spectroscopy and Gas Dynamics Laboratory
In 2019, Alex Cusianovic gained valuable experience as a Research Intern at UCLA Laser Spectroscopy and Gas Dynamics Laboratory. For three months, he contributed to research projects focused on advanced laser technologies and gas dynamics, which are critical areas in aerospace engineering.
Internship at SpaceX
During the summer of 2018, Alex Cusianovic worked at SpaceX as a Propulsion Engineering Intern in Hawthorne, California. Over three months, he was involved in various projects related to propulsion engineering, contributing to one of the leading private space exploration companies.
Executive Vice President at Rocket Project at UCLA
From 2016 to 2020, Alex Cusianovic served as the Executive Vice President of the Rocket Project at UCLA. In this role, he led multiple student projects aimed at designing, building, and launching rockets, fostering a collaborative environment for aspiring aerospace engineers.
Electronics Lead for Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC)
Alex Cusianovic worked on the electronics aspects of the Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC) with team SW Rocketry from 2015 to 2016. As the Electronics Lead, he was responsible for the electronic systems in the rockets, ensuring they met the competition standards.
Education at University of California, Los Angeles
Alex Cusianovic completed his Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) between 2016 and 2020. His education laid the foundation for his career in aerospace engineering.
High School Education at Eleanor Roosevelt High School
Alex Cusianovic attended Eleanor Roosevelt High School from 2012 to 2016. His high school education provided a strong base in the scientific principles that would later be crucial in his studies and career in aerospace engineering.