Augusto Cata Ii
About Augusto Cata Ii
Augusto Cata Ii is a Mechanical Engineer at Blue Origin, specializing in rocket plume impingement mitigation. He has extensive experience in aerospace engineering, having previously worked at Boeing.
Company
Augusto Cata II is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN, a renowned aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company. He has been with the company since 2022, operating out of Los Angeles, California. His position at BLUE ORIGIN involves critical engineering roles that contribute to the company's advancements in space technology.
Title
Augusto Cata II holds the title of Mechanical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. In this role, he is integral to the technical development and mitigation strategies for rocket plume impingement on in-space and Lunar proximity products.
Education and Expertise
Augusto Cata II graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, completing his degree in 2016. His expertise includes mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, and nuclear space system thermal analysis and design. He also developed skills in temperature monitoring and control algorithms, as well as cryogenic insulation and control analysis.
Background
Prior to his current role at BLUE ORIGIN, Augusto Cata II accumulated significant experience at Boeing. He worked as an Aerospace Engineer in the Greater Los Angeles Area from 2017 to 2022. His early career includes positions as a Mechanical Engineer in Oklahoma City and internships focused on mechanical engineering in Houston and Oklahoma City. These roles helped refine his skills in aerospace applications and mechanical system designs.
Achievements
At BLUE ORIGIN, Augusto Cata II serves as the technical focal for rocket plume impingement mitigation on in-space and Lunar proximity products. He manages analytical resource allocation and coordinates across multiple subsystems such as Fluids CFD, thermal, GNC, and structures. His work includes leading the characterization of rocket plume impingement heating risks, for which he recommends design changes for effective mitigation.