Ramon Blanco MacEiras

Ramon Blanco Maceiras is an experienced aerospace engineer and entrepreneur currently serving as Co-Founder and Director of the Collective of Space Minds, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing humanity through the space ecosystem. Ramon holds the position of AVS | US Head of Space at AVS Added Value Solutions, focusing on expanding the company's presence in the US market. Previously, Ramon worked at Thales Alenia Space in various roles, including Bid & Project Manager, where key contributions were made to high-profile projects involving electric propulsion modules and satellite systems. Educational qualifications include a Master's Degree in Propulsion and Engine Systems Engineering from the University of Southampton and a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology. Additional experience spans roles as a Systems Engineer in various projects related to Mars missions and as Chief Product Architect at Ripple Aerospace, specializing in innovative launch systems.