Ernesto Caravantes

Ernesto Caravantes is a native Californian who grew up in Lakewood and Long Beach. He is the only son of Mexican immigrant parents. However, his parents' fascination with aviation and astronautics was quickly adopted by Ernesto. His parents had a profound impact on his choices and accomplishments in his life. This instilled in Ernesto a deep sense of wonder and awe in the scientific accomplishments of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Ever since he was a small boy, Ernesto was fascinated by the workings of rockets and spacecraft.