Steven Zhao

Steven Zhao is a test engineer at SpaceX, currently serving as Lead Test Engineer. They have a background in mechanical engineering, having earned a Bachelor of Science from Rice University, where they focused on rocket propulsion and participated in various student rocketry organizations. Previously, Steven held positions in notable companies such as Northrop Grumman and Chevron, contributing to projects involving hybrid rocket engines and resource optimization strategies. Their early experience includes an internship at Los Alamos National Laboratory, where they developed advanced algorithms for physical simulations.