Ben Yao

Sr. Avionics Systems Engineer

Ben Yao is a seasoned aerospace engineer with extensive experience in avionics and systems engineering. Currently serving as a Senior Avionics Systems Engineer at Relativity Space, Yao is focused on developing the Autonomous Flight Safety System for the Terran R rocket. Prior to this role, Yao worked at Virgin Orbit, leading integrated systems-level hardware verification and validation during the Launch Vehicle lifecycle and contributing to the R7 Failure Investigation Team. Earlier experience includes a tenure at Boeing as a Flight Test Engineer supporting various military aircraft programs and participating in a comprehensive leadership development rotation program. Yao's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering from the University of Southern California.

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