Daniel Arevalo
About Daniel Arevalo
Daniel Arevalo is a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II at Rocket Lab, with over two years of experience in small spacecraft thermal design, analysis, and testing. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, where he also worked as a Thermal Engineer.
Work at Rocket Lab
Daniel Arevalo currently holds the position of Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II at Rocket Lab, a role he has occupied since 2023. He serves as the thermal lead for various spacecraft programs, contributing to the design and analysis of thermal systems. Prior to this role, he worked as a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer from 2021 to 2023 and completed a Thermal Engineering Internship at Rocket Lab in 2021. His experience encompasses cradle to grave thermal design, analysis, and testing for both Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and interplanetary missions.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Arevalo earned a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. His studies spanned from 2016 to 2021. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in spacecraft thermal design and analysis, particularly in small spacecraft applications.
Background
Before his engineering career, Daniel Arevalo worked at BJs Restaurant & Brewhouse in Anaheim Hills, California, from 2017 to 2020. His roles included Cocktail Server, Floor Server, Runner, Takeout, and Marketing. This experience provided him with a diverse skill set and customer service experience, which complements his technical career in aerospace engineering.
Thermal Engineering Experience
Daniel Arevalo has over two years of experience in small spacecraft thermal design, analysis, and testing. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in thermal engineering, including leading thermal efforts for various spacecraft programs. His expertise covers both the design and testing phases, ensuring that thermal systems meet the necessary performance requirements for space missions.