Christopher Arauzo

Christopher Arauzo is an accomplished engineer specializing in thermal engineering and aerothermal systems. Currently serving as an Aerothermal Engineer at ABL Space Systems since June 2024, Christopher has progressively built a solid foundation in the field through various roles, including Thermal Engineer Intern at VAST and Liquid Propulsion Engineer with the UCI Rocket Project. Additionally, Christopher has experience as a Thermal Engineering Intern at Millennium Space Systems and as Chief Mechanical Engineer for a thermal management systems undergraduate research project at UC Irvine, where leadership and project management skills were demonstrated. Other internship experiences include working with extreme environment materials at Boeing and pressure equipment integrity at Marathon Petroleum Corporation. Christopher completed a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at UC Irvine in 2024, following a diverse educational background at the Los Angeles Community College District.