Cedric Jacob

Cedric Jacob is an accomplished professional in the aerospace and engineering fields, currently serving as the Director of Operations at Rocket Lab, where they are building a team focused on constructing the largest carbon fiber rocket ever built. Previously, Cedric held various leadership roles at Albany Engineered Composites and Meggitt, where they oversaw product development, managed engineering teams, and implemented innovative manufacturing processes. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Delaware, Cedric has gained extensive experience in the complexities of the product life cycle and cross-functional product development. Their career highlights include launching new production lines and significantly improving manufacturing yields, all while adapting to the challenges presented during the pandemic.