Cameron Buccellato
About Cameron Buccellato
Cameron Buccellato is a Fluid Systems Engineer II at Blue Origin, with a background in aerospace engineering and significant contributions to rocket propulsion projects.
Title and Current Role
Cameron Buccellato currently holds the position of Fluid Systems Engineer II at BLUE ORIGIN. He has been working in this role since 2022 in Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States.
Previous Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Before his current role, Cameron Buccellato served as a Mechanical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN from 2021 to 2022 for one year in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Additionally, he gained experience as a Propulsion Intern with the company in 2019 for three months in Kent, Washington.
Internship at SpaceX
In 2019, Cameron Buccellato worked as a Launch Intern at SpaceX for three months. This role provided him with valuable industry experience and exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies.
Experience with Michigan Aeronautical Science Association
Cameron Buccellato held significant roles at the Michigan Aeronautical Science Association (MASA). He served as Chief Engineer from 2018 to 2019 for 11 months. Prior to this, he was the Propulsion Lead from 2017 to 2018 for nine months in Ann Arbor. He led the MASA rocket team to successfully build and fly their first liquid engine.
Educational Background
Cameron Buccellato earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Michigan College of Engineering. He studied there from 2016 to 2020 for four years.
Key Projects and Contributions
During his time with MASA, Cameron Buccellato contributed to the development and testing of a LOX-ethanol engine that achieved a thrust of 2,200 lbs. He also played a key role in winning Phase 1 of the Base11 Space Challenge, securing a $25,000 award for rocket design.