17. How his degree in Math lead him to his career in Aerospace and NASA.

Marcus DelGado
Laying the Foundation; Impacting Lives

Marcus DelGado is a senior project resource analyst at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory supporting deep space network communications projects.  As a leader, Marcus is poised to discover, create, and deliver solutions that will change the world and inspire future generations. With a dynamic background in the aerospace industry, Marcus has engaged in various avionics projects including experiences with cockpit avionics, new airplane development, and project management activity for Air Force One.  He displays an unparalleled work ethic, and his admiration for aerospace has fueled him to innovate in this space. 

From the time of his first science project in grade school, Marcus has always been passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education.  He is a first-generation college student with a Bachelor of General Studies in math, an executive MBA from Arizona State University (ASU), and the proud recipient of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity academic scholarship. Marcus also has a deep commitment to civic leadership that is inspired by a quote from Reverend Jesse Jackson, “Never look down on anyone unless you are helping them up.” Marcus is a multiple recipient of the Omega Man of the Year award and was recently acknowledged as a community honoree during the University of Washington BSU Legacy Soiree for his investment in the Black community.  

He is a proud board member of a non-profit organization called “The Service Board”. On the board, Marcus oversees the mentorship of teens to conquer personal and cultural challenges through outdoor adventure, environmental and social justice, and public service. Marcus made a powerful contribution during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic by organizing events called the “Community Builders Dinner” to support locally Black-owned restaurants. In addition to his strong acts of service, Marcus holds the distinction of being named the City of Phoenix Man of the Year, featured for motivational speaking and health care advocacy in publications like Desert Living, ASU W.P. Carey Magazine magazine, and recognized by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) as one of the “Sexy” 50 Engineers in STEM. In his spare time, Marcus enjoys traveling, cooking, photography, working out, playing basketball, and snowboarding across the globe.   

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