Name: Ben Salmore

Hometown: Moorpark, CA

Currently lives: in Camarillo, CA

Education:

• M.S. Aerospace Engineering (Dynamics and Controls), University of California, San Diego
• B.S. Aerospace Engineering, University of California, San Dieg

Employer: Aerovironment Inc.

Job Description: Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer for sUAS commercial products. Check out Aerovironment Quantix!

As a kid, what did you want to be when you “grew up”?
Rocket Scientist.

How far can YOU see? Where do you see the aerospace industry 10–20 years from now?
I think that the UAV space will explode as far as transportation, parcel delivery, and data solutions. The biggest hurdles right now are figuring out safety regulations with the FAA and demonstrating the value to the public.

One insightful fact you want everyone to know:Finding a place where you can be yourself and enjoy your work is the most important career move you can make. I've experienced both sides and the environment made all the difference in my professional happiness.

Professional Interests: GNC, sensors, UAVs, modeling and simulation.

Hobbies:I love cooking, hiking, and making video games on side!