Andrei Anghelus
About Andrei Anghelus
Andrei Anghelus is a Propulsion Engineer II at Blue Origin with extensive experience in propulsion engineering, having previously worked at Firefly Aerospace, SpaceX, and Purdue University.
Professional Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Andrei Anghelus currently holds the position of Propulsion Engineer II at BLUE ORIGIN, based in Kent, WA. His tenure began in 2019. In his role, he focuses on propulsion engineering projects that advance the company's aerospace initiatives.
Previous Roles at Firefly Aerospace
Before his current position, Andrei worked as a Propulsion Engineer at Firefly Aerospace in Cedar Park, TX, for 7 months in 2019. During his time there, Andrei contributed to the company's propulsion system development efforts, leveraging his expertise in aerospace engineering.
Experience at SpaceX
Andrei had an extensive career at SpaceX, where he held multiple roles from 2011 to 2019. These roles included Avionics Test Engineering Intern, Propulsion Design Engineering Intern, Propulsion Systems Manufacturing Engineer, and Raptor Test Development Engineer. His cumulative experience at SpaceX spans over six years in various engineering capacities primarily within Hawthorne, CA, and McGregor, TX.
Academic Background at Purdue University
Andrei Anghelus attended Purdue University where he completed a Master of Science degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering with a focus on Propulsion, from 2014 to 2017. His graduate research was conducted at the M.J. Zucrow Laboratories.
Undergraduate Studies at UC Irvine
Andrei holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC Irvine, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. His undergraduate education provided a robust foundation in engineering principles, fueling his subsequent career in aerospace and propulsion engineering.