MABEN JIMENEZ
Associate Principal Director
The Aerospace Corporation
Maben Jimenez is the associate principal director of Directorate H within The Aerospace Corporation’s Electronic Programs Division. In this role she is responsible for leading Directorate H’s west coast staff in their support of the development of several space program acquisitions, and she works as the primary interface with the local Engineering and Technology Group in the management of program resources. As a successful Latina professional, Jimenez is well-aware of the challenges that come with navigating the higher education and early career space. She is passionate about supporting others in their journey towards success, just as she has done brilliantly herself.
As a female Latina in STEM, Jimenez has been an outstanding role model and mentor for girls and young women, and all Latinas and Latinos to pursue engineering careers in the aerospace industry.
Jimenez is a mentor at Aerospace for the 5×5 program of the physical science labs and also for the Electronics and Sensors Division. She supports STEM outreach activities for K-12 students, like an event at the LA Zoo, through Aerospace’s STEM events and community partnerships. She is also active in Aerospace’s Employee Resource Groups, including Aerospace Women’s Committee and Aerospace Latino Members Association (ALMA) to support her peers and younger employees to build community and provide mentorship. Beyond Aerospace, Jimenez serves on the STEM Advantage Board of Directors, where she is also a member of our Programs Committee and an engaged and visible role model and mentor for STEM Advantage Scholars.
