Benjamin Fogiel
About Benjamin Fogiel
Benjamin Fogiel is a Software Engineer II currently employed at Rocket Lab, where he focuses on software solutions for space exploration. He has previously held positions at the SETI Institute, Saber Astronautics, and H2 Clipper, Inc., and has a background in Computer/Data Science and Physics from UC Santa Barbara.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Benjamin Fogiel currently serves as a Software Engineer II at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2024. He works in Long Beach, California, where he is involved in initiatives that aim to enhance accessibility to space through innovative software solutions. His role contributes to the company's mission of advancing space exploration and technology.
Previous Experience at SETI Institute
Before joining Rocket Lab, Fogiel worked at the SETI Institute as a Data Engineer from 2020 to 2022. During his time in Goleta, California, he focused on data management and analysis, contributing to the organization's research efforts in the field of astrobiology and space science.
Experience at Saber Astronautics
Fogiel held multiple roles at Saber Astronautics, starting as a Software Engineer Intern in 2022 for three months, followed by a position as a Full-Stack Software Engineer from 2023 to 2024. In Boulder, Colorado, he contributed to software development projects that support space operations and technology.
Internship at H2 Clipper, Inc.
Fogiel also gained experience as a Software Engineer Intern at H2 Clipper, Inc. from 2021 to 2022. His work involved developing software solutions that support the company's innovative approaches to air transportation and logistics.
Education in Computer/Data Science and Physics
Fogiel studied at UC Santa Barbara, where he earned degrees in Computer/Data Science and Physics from 2018 to 2022. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering and data science, particularly in the context of advancing space technology.