Benigno Muñiz

Benigno ("Ben") Muñiz is a highly experienced aerospace engineer with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. Currently serving as the Launch Vehicle Stage Propulsion Lead Engineer and Structures Lead Engineer at ManTech, Muñiz specializes in Systems Engineering & Integration support for U.S. aerospace projects. As the Owner and Principal Space Systems Consultant at Applied Space Project Solutions LLC, Muñiz provides expertise in strategic planning, project management, and space vehicle engineering to a diverse clientele. Previous roles include Multi-Manifest Space Launch Integration Manager at Parsons Corporation and various leadership positions at International Launch Services, Constellation Services International, Hughes Aircraft Company, Rocketdyne Division, and Grumman Aerospace Corporation. Muñiz holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University and advanced certificates from the International Space University and UCLA Extension, highlighting a strong foundational knowledge complemented by professional continuing education.