David Forinash

David Forinash is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in propulsion components, currently serving as Director of Propulsion Components at SpaceX since February 2016. Previously held various roles at SpaceX, including Sr. Manager and Lead Propulsion Engineer. Prior experience includes working as a Mechanical Contact Engineer at ExxonMobil and conducting research as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where involvement in a national project focused on recycling waste heat. David's background also includes internships at Dell and Eastman Chemical Company. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, complemented by a Business Foundations Certificate and Spanish minor.