Valerio Magri

Valerio Magri has a diverse work experience in the field of engineering and aerodynamics. Valerio has held various roles in different companies, starting with their current position as a Principal Aerothermal Engineer at ABL Space Systems since 2023. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Aerothermodynamics Engineer at Relativity Space from 2021 to 2023, where they analyzed and designed the Terran-1 Launcher and developed thermal analysis codes. Before that, they served as a Lead Thermal Engineer at Virgin Hyperloop from 2019 to 2021, focusing on thermal analysis and optimization of cooling systems. Valerio also worked as a Lead CFD Engineer at WET (Design) in 2019, conducting analysis and design of high-pressure water jets using CFD methods. From 2016 to 2019, Valerio worked as a Senior Aerothermal Engineer at Faraday Future, where they were involved in external aerodynamics design and optimization. Prior to that, they held positions at CD-adapco, specializing in application support and consultancy in the aerospace industry. Valerio also gained research and teaching experience as a Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Texas at Arlington in 2011 and completed a Master's thesis at NYU Tandon School of Engineering in 2010. Valerio started their career with a Bachelor's thesis at the University of Rome "Tor Vergata" in 2007, focusing on the validation of the OpenFoam code for aerodynamics applications. Overall, Valerio's work experience demonstrates their expertise in aerodynamics analysis, design, and optimization, as well as their proficiency in using various software and simulation tools.

Valerio Magri completed a Master Course in Space Transportation Systems at Unitelma Sapienza in 2011. Prior to that, they obtained an M.Sc in Mechanical Engineering from NYU Tandon School of Engineering in 2010. Valerio also holds a Laurea Specialistica (M.Sc) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, which they earned in 2010. Valerio Magri began their higher education by completing a Bachelor's degree (Laurea Triennale) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rome Tor Vergata in 2007.