Matthew Gentile
About Matthew Gentile
Matthew Gentile is a Senior Mechanical Engineer currently employed at Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California. He has extensive experience in the aerospace sector, having worked at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and SpaceX, and holds a Master of Engineering degree from Cornell University.
Current Position at Rocket Lab
Matthew Gentile serves as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Long Beach, California, where he contributes to the design and development of advanced aerospace technologies. His role involves applying his extensive mechanical engineering skills to support Rocket Lab's mission of providing reliable and innovative launch services.
Experience at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Matthew Gentile has a significant history with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), where he worked as a Mechanical Engineer for several years. His tenure at JPL included multiple roles from 2016 to 2021, encompassing various projects and responsibilities. He contributed to spacecraft engineering and participated in the Europa Clipper mission, showcasing his expertise in mechanical systems within the aerospace sector.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Gentile studied at Cornell University, where he earned a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Aerospace Structures from 2014 to 2015. His educational background also includes attending Darien High School from 2007 to 2011. His academic training has equipped him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Previous Roles and Internships
Before his current position, Matthew Gentile held various roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Propulsion Development Intern at SpaceX in 2015 and served as a Team Lead for the Cornell Rocketry Team from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he gained experience as a House Manager for the Alpha Chi Sigma Fraternity and as a Sales Associate and Intermediate Bicycle Mechanic at Trek Bicycle Store of Fairfield.