Kent State University has named Rubén Del Rosario, D.Eng. as the new Director of the Center for Advanced Air Mobility and Professor in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering.
In these roles, Del Rosario will spearhead the ongoing development of the Center for Advanced Air Mobility as a premier venue for faculty and student engagement. He aims to leverage the center's achievements to create additional opportunities while harnessing the college's ability to provide students with hands-on, real-world experience in preparation for the future of advanced air mobility.
Del Rosario joins Kent State after a distinguished career in aerospace. He most recently served as Vice President of Aerospace and Advanced Transportation at Crown Consulting, Inc. Prior to that, he spent 29 years at NASA's John H. Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, where he last held the position of Director of Aeronautics.
During his tenure at NASA, Del Rosario provided executive leadership for aeronautics research and development programs and projects in support of the agency's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD). He oversaw annual budgets exceeding $150 million.
Christina L. Bloebaum, Ph.D., dean of the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, expressed enthusiasm about the appointment: "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Del Rosario to our college. His exceptional background in aerospace research and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission. Dr. Del Rosario's expertise will not only elevate our Center for Advanced Air Mobility but also provide invaluable real-world insights to our students, preparing them for the cutting-edge field of advanced air mobility. His arrival marks an exciting new chapter for our college and the future of advancing air mobility education at Kent State."
Del Rosario's extensive experience in aerospace research and development, coupled with his leadership skills, positions him to drive innovation and excellence in the field of advanced air mobility at Kent State University.
University officials express confidence that under Del Rosario's guidance, the Center for Advanced Air Mobility and the College of Aeronautics and Engineering will continue to thrive, offering enhanced opportunities for students and faculty while advancing research.