Matthew Vergel De Dios
About Matthew Vergel De Dios
Matthew Vergel De Dios is an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer with over six years of experience in the aerospace industry, currently employed at Rocket Lab. He has a background in mechanical engineering, having earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science, and has held various roles focused on process improvement and production oversight.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Matthew Vergel De Dios serves as an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at Rocket Lab. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's efforts in the aerospace industry. His role involves overseeing production processes and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in avionics manufacturing.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Industry
Matthew has over six years of experience in the aerospace industry. Prior to his current role, he worked at Glenair as a Manufacturing Engineer from 2017 to 2022, where he focused on production oversight. He also served as an Avionics Technician at PRECISION AERO TECHNOLOGY for one year, gaining valuable insights into avionics systems and processes.
Education and Expertise
Matthew studied Mechanical Engineering at California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS). He furthered his education at California State University, Los Angeles, obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering. His expertise includes failure analysis (CAPA) and cross-team collaboration, essential for addressing challenges in the aerospace sector.
Early Career at The Walt Disney Company
Matthew began his career at The Walt Disney Company, where he worked as a Cashier and Trainer from 2014 to 2016 in Anaheim, California. This role provided him with foundational skills in customer service and team training, which he later applied in his engineering career.
Skills in Manufacturing and Design
Matthew possesses skills in computer-aided design (CAD) and prototype development. These skills are critical in avionics manufacturing, allowing him to contribute to innovative solutions and improvements in production processes.