Peter Beck is a New Zealand aerospace engineer and entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of Rocket Lab, a private aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service. He established the company in 2006 with the goal of making space more accessible and affordable for small satellite operators. Under Beck's leadership, Rocket Lab successfully launched its first rocket, Electron, in 2017. The company has since gained recognition for its innovative approach to space launches, including the development of reusable rocket technology. Beck's work has significantly contributed to the growing commercial space industry.