Rafael Ocejo

PartnerMadrid

Leads transformative strategies in telecommunications and defense, driving growth and innovation through strategic planning, operational excellence, and marketing insights to navigate complex industry challenges and opportunities

Rafael is a partner in McKinsey’s Madrid office, where he spearheads the Aerospace & Defense Practice in Spain. With a robust focus on strategy, growth, operations, and transformations, Rafael collaborates closely with clients to drive impactful change and foster sustainable growth. His deep expertise in the industry enables him to guide organizations through complex challenges.

Rafael’s approach is characterized by a commitment to understanding the unique needs and goals of each client, ensuring that solutions are tailored to deliver maximum impact. He leverages his extensive industry knowledge and strategic insight to develop innovative strategies that address both current challenges and future opportunities. By fostering strong relationships and working collaboratively with client teams, Rafael ensures that the strategies he develops are not only visionary but also practical and implementable.

Published work

Is Europe still on the launchpad? Reshaping its space ecosystem to lead,” McKinsey & Company, November 2025

Past experience

Spanish Navy
Officer, General Line and Corps of Engineers

Education

IE Business School
MBA

Naval Academy
Spanish Navy officer training